Making Electronic Commerce Work within the DOD: The Role of Small Suppliers

摘要

This report addresses the role of small suppliers in the DoD's EC program inprocurement, with emphasis on the actions for ensuring both their initial and long-term participation. While the report focuses on small suppliers in the functional area of procurement, its primary message also has application to other functional areas in which DoD seeks to use EC techniques, including contract administration, finance, maintenance, supply, and transportation.