Think Global



		Think Sourcing Strategy Think Product & Supplier Sourcing Think Project Implementation & Management Think E-sourcing & Technology Think Office Setup & Recruitment Think Network Think Business 2 Business Partnerships	Case Study 1 Industry: Utilities Scenario: UK Utilities company with directive to investigate global sourcing opportunities and introduce an e-sourcing platform and tools. Why ThinkGlobalNow? As a company they had no previous experience of sourcing outside Europe, the supply chain responsibility lay with suppliers and all procurement tenders are subject to EU legislation. "When considering Global Sourcing 'trust' and 'honesty' come to the forefront of my mind. Think Global are not only trustworthy and honest but deliver excellent results!" Larry Beard, Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain, Severn Trent Water TGN Support: Based within Client's HQ to lead implementation of Global Sourcing capability Introduction of new processes and documents and standardization of existing ones Internal coaching and training sessions Supported the implementation of an e-sourcing platform and the introduction of e-auctions Identification of new Global suppliers In territory support (China) to educate suppliers though EU tender process, gather information, manage quotation process, conduct visits and assessments Outcome: New Global suppliers successfully involved in tenders for range of products. Cost savings identified, supply chain modeling and planning. Case Study 2 Industry: Transportation Scenario: Established UK based service parts provider already sourcing from China with presence in specific regions. Wanted to investigate further opportunities in East coastal region of China. Why ThinkGlobalNow? With established presence in East Coast area and experience of sourcing these products in this region. TGN Support: Acted as an extension of client's existing China operations; market intelligence, RFQ process, supplier visits and audits, supplier negotiations.