Community Engagement: Partnerships and M.O.D.E. (Mentorship, Outreach, Development, and Education)

Abstract

The Chartered Institute of Procurement {\&} Supply defines supplier development as ``the process of working with certain suppliers on a one-to-one basis to improve their performance and expand capabilities for the benefit of the buying organization.'' Supplier development can come in many different forms, from informal initiatives to a formally structured program. There are numerous examples, use cases, and best practices that demonstrate a broad spectrum of supplier development initiatives to fit any size organization or supplier diversity program.