2-20.1 Sourcing Strategy

2-20.1.1 General

Sourcing strategies are developed by the purchase/SCM team and, if applicable, are provided general direction by the category strategy. One important factor for purchase/SCM teams to consider is whether a single source or multiple sources will best meet the business needs of the Postal Service.

2-20.1.2 Sourcing Types

The type of sourcing is an essential element of the sourcing strategy, and must be decided upon by the purchase/SCM team. There are two types of sourcing:

• Use of multiple suppliers.
• Use of a single supplier.