Service sector supply chains can differ significantly from those that have a product focus. This course looks at the importance of demand, capacity and yield management, as well as services spend analysis with a view to crafting or enhancing a services purchasing strategy. There is an emphasis on retail and wholesale operations where collaborative planning, forecasting and replenishment are addressed. Using financial analysis, the course also pays special attention to acquiring and disposing of capital goods, including leasing. You will also gain an understanding of how to manage procurement for major projects, such as building construction. Throughout, the steps in taking a green approach to supply chain initiatives are stressed.