MARCH 2010

From the Rascal Flatts’ single Why, “Every forty seconds someone asks why?” The same could be said of a typical board of directors meeting of the Purchasing Management Association of Western New England. As we discuss issues before us, someone invariable asks why? This time of year the why’s become more frequent as we begin the planning process for next years programs. Why this topic, why this speaker, why the venue-why, why, why. This questioning process is critical to the board of directors making informed decisions on programs.  

   Now I have a question for you. Why don’t more of you attend our meetings, tours or seminars? I ask why, because we want to provide those programs you will attend. We have distributed a questionnaire in the last few weeks and have received only a few responses. Again, why did most of you not respond to the questionnaire? Without your input the board of directors will make the best decision it can on programs for next year.  

  When this happens and the programs don’t appeal to you or the topic you wanted is among the missing, don’t ask why. 

If you have ideas or suggestions, look for another copy of the questionnaire in your email in the next few days or email me at pmawne@yahoo.com.  

Just a few words about our March seminar. This year we have two outstanding speakers coupled with timely topics and supplier exhibits. Marie Bouvier-Newman will speak on Supplier Innovation and Gerri King; PhD. will speak on Conflict resolution. Register now for this informative seminar.  

Jeffrey Luty, C.P.M.

President

Purchasing Management Association

of Western New England.