Handfield/Giunipero/Monczka/Patterson’s “Purchasing and Supply Chain Management,” 8th Edition, draws from first-hand experiences working with senior executives and practitioners across multiple industries. Learn about recent advancements in supply chain cybersecurity and counterfeit management, AI, analytics, procurement automation and supply chain visibility. Learn about the use of AI, purchasing analytics, e-procurement and robotic process automation, fraud management and risk mitigation, emerging technology in real-time supply chain systems, blockchain applications and the creation of Centers of Excellence. Topics align with hiring requirements for supply chain roles in the industry and public sector and provide solid preparation for entering the workforce. Students and working professionals keep this text as a reference for new problems they encounter in their supply chain career.