Purchasing - November 15, 2001
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Siemens Medical Systems: It takes a lot of hard work to reach Top Plus
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When it comes to recognizing supplier performance, purchasers at Siemens Medical Systems (SMS) exercise a little tough love. Suppliers who achieve "Top Plus" status, the highest possible ranking, usually receive more business from SMS as well as other Siemens business units worldwide. Strategic suppliers who fail to achieve Top Plus status are eventually shown the door.
When it comes to recognizing supplier performance, purchasers at Siemens Medical Systems (SMS) exercise a little tough love. Suppliers who achieve "Top Plus" status, the highest possible ranking, usually receive more business from SMS as well as other Siemens business units worldwide. Strategic suppliers who fail to achieve Top Plus status are eventually shown the door.
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