Assessment of quality management and procurement sustainability: case study Mukwano group of companies
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Date
2015-06
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Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management
Abstract
The study examined the relationship between quality management and
procurement sustainability, the study was guided by three main objectives that
is to say; To examine the role of quality planning on procurement sustainability
of Mukwano Group of Companies, To assess the impact of quality control on
procurement sustainability of Mukwano Group of Companies and To examine
the relationship between quality assurance and procurement sustainability of
Mukwano Group of Companies.
The study employed a cross section study design where data was collected
across a cross section. The study used both qualitative and quantitative data
collected from a sample of 80 respondents using questionnaires and interview
guide.
The study findings revealed that there is a strong significant relationship
between quality assessment and procurement sustainability. The findings
tTVl'akcl that quality planning is one of the essential elements under effective
:JLWlity management posing a significant relationship with procurement
sustainability.
fhe findings further revealed that quality control and quality assura.Ilce define
nhat 1s required for effective quality management; with effective
mplementation of these factors the company can be able to achieve its
)rocurement objectives in relation to quality.
Following the research findings, the study concluded that quality management
1as got a positive relationship with procurement sustainability which indicates
hat the level of effectiveness directs impacts on the procurement performance.
'he study recommended majority of the procuring organizations to carry out
Jroper quality management, implement effective quality management
echniques if they are to achieve procurement sustainability.
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A research dissertation submitted in to the College Of Economics and Management in partial fulfillment of the Award of Degree in Bachelor of Supplies Procurement and Management of Kampala International University
Keywords
Procurement, Sustainability