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Purchasing: Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry, 7th Edition
ISBN: 978-0-471-73008-8
Hardcover
800 pages
October 2007
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Essential information from a manager's perspective-revised for today's industry

Within any hospitality business, the purchasing function underlies every aspect of the operation. Even if they are not purchasing agents, hospitality managers must have a firm grasp of purchasing principles in order to run a successful operation. Purchasing: Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry, Seventh Edition offers a revised and updated edition of the foundational resource for this crucial area.

The Seventh Edition of this classic book features:
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In-depth coverage throughout of the latest purchasing technology applications
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The most current standards and trends in all areas of purchasing: food, furniture, fixtures, and equipment
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Discussions and interviews with industry executives on how purchasing affects their business
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A new full-color interior design filled with vibrant color photographs
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Questions, problems, experiential exercises, glossary, Web site links, and other practical features

The Seventh Edition covers not only the latest purchasing techniques and practices, but also provides comprehensive coverage of the timeless principles of this essential topic. From the first steps of selection, to receiving, storing, and managing goods and services, Purchasing, Seventh Edition is essential reading for anyone starting or developing a career in hospitality management.