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Strategic sourcing decisions can determine whether organisations succeed or fail. In many institutions—public and private—the debate around single sourcing and sole sourcing is often misunderstood, misapplied, or politicised. Yet in reality, when applied with discipline, transparency, and governance, these procurement approaches can serve as powerful strategic tools. In this authoritative contribution to the Knowledge Development Series, Prof. Douglas Boateng, an internationally recognised supply chain expert, provides practical and thought-provoking insights into: • The true difference between single sourcing and sole sourcing • When executives and procurement leaders should approve them • Governance and institutional accountability considerations • Strategic risk management in supplier dependency • Ethical procurement and decision-making frameworks • Practical perspectives for boards, policymakers, and executives Through a blend of governance principles, real-world experience, and executive insights, this book challenges simplistic narratives and presents a disciplined framework for responsible sourcing decisions. This work is essential reading for: • Supply chain and procurement professionals • Public sector decision-makers • Board members and governance leaders • Policy advisors and regulators • Business executives and strategy professionals • Students of supply chain management and public procurement Single sourcing is not inherently wrong. Poor governance is. Understanding the difference is the first step toward responsible institutional leadership.

The lowest price is not always the best value. Across governments, corporations, and public institutions, procurement decisions are too often driven by the cheapest upfront cost rather than long-term value. The result is waste, inefficiency, and strategic failure. In this compelling contribution to the Knowledge Development Series, internationally recognised supply chain strategist Prof. Douglas Boateng explores the critical relationship between Value for Money (VFM) and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)—two essential concepts that responsible leaders must understand when managing capital and institutional resources. This book offers practical and strategic insights into: • The true meaning of Value for Money in procurement and public spending • Why the least expensive option can become the most costly over time • How organisations should apply Total Cost of Ownership analysis • Governance and accountability in capital decision-making • Lifecycle costing and long-term asset management • Strategic procurement discipline for boards, executives, and policymakers Drawing from decades of international supply chain leadership and governance experience, Prof. Boateng demonstrates why disciplined capital management is essential for institutional sustainability and economic development. This book is essential reading for: • Procurement and supply chain professionals • Government policy makers and regulators • Public financial management specialists • Board members and institutional leaders • Development practitioners and economic planners • Students of procurement, logistics, and management

Insights into Strategic Sourcing is part of the acclaimed Executive Insights Series by Professor Douglas Boateng, Africa’s first-ever Professor Extraordinaire in Supply and Value Chain Management. This comprehensive work goes beyond procurement to explore the strategic role of sourcing in Africa’s industrialisation, governance, and long-term economic transformation. Through real-world insights and evidence, Professor Boateng shows how sourcing decisions can contribute to: Industrial competitiveness Institutional strengthening and governance Poverty reduction and job creation Long-term socio-economic development Written for executives, policymakers, procurement professionals, and academics, this book is both a practical guide and a visionary blueprint. With over 400 pages of cutting-edge knowledge, it is a must-read for anyone committed to Africa’s sustainable future. “A timely contribution that reframes sourcing as a tool for national and continental progress, not just cost cutting.”

This Book demystifies the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by focusing on actionable strategy, implementation and measurement in organisational and national contexts. With Prof Boateng’s guidance, participants will move beyond awareness to operationalise SDGs within businesses, civil society and government. Key learning outcomes: Explore each of the 17 SDGs, their inter-linkages, targets, indicators and relevance for Africa and global development. Develop frameworks for integrating SDGs into corporate strategy, public policy and NGO programmes. Design monitoring & evaluation (M&E) mechanisms, report on impact, and align with global standards. Learn how supply chains, governance, industry and sustainability intersect to accelerate SDG achievement. Ideal for: Sustainability officers, CSR/leaders, public-sector officials, NGO programme managers, development consultants.

This Book transforms conventional procurement thinking by linking strategic sourcing with broader industrialisation and socio-economic development. Drawing from Prof Boateng’s expertise in supply/value chain and industrial engineering, participants will see how sourcing decisions ripple through competitiveness, jobs, regional value-addition and national growth. Key learning outcomes: Grasp the fundamentals of strategic sourcing: supplier segmentation, value stream mapping, cost-to-serve, total cost of ownership. Understand how sourcing links to industrialisation: supply chain localisation, value-chain upgrading, export competitiveness. Analyse case studies from African/ global contexts on sourcing-led industrial transformation. Gain tools to align procurement strategy to organisational and national strategic goals. Ideal for: Procurement managers, supply-chain/operations executives, policy-makers in industry and economic development, consultants.

This advanced Book helps leaders and professionals sharpen their negotiation skills in strategic, cross-cultural and high-stakes contexts. Drawing on Prof Boateng’s broad experience, participants will examine negotiation frameworks, stakeholder dynamics, value creation vs value capture, and ethical dimensions. douglasboateng.com Key learning outcomes: Understand negotiation styles and tactics, power dynamics and interest-vs-position dialogues. Engage in scenario planning for multi-party, cross-border and culturally diverse negotiations. Apply ethical, sustainable and relational thinking in negotiation design and outcomes. Develop a personal negotiation strategy toolkit aligned to organisational goals. Ideal for: Senior managers, business development leads, procurement/contract professionals, deal-makers, consultants.

This Book equips current and aspiring board members, senior executives, corporate secretaries and governance professionals with a comprehensive, practical framework for effective boardroom decision-making, oversight and strategic leadership. Rooted in Prof Boateng’s real-world experience and insights on African institutional contexts, you will learn how governance must transcend mere compliance and become a generational value-creation platform. Key learning outcomes: Understand the roles and responsibilities of directors, the board vs management distinction, and board composition best practices. Explore the “Ten Pillars of Effective Governance” as outlined by the author: decision-making, accountability, transparency, rule of law, compliance, risk, social responsibility, generational impact, timing and board composition. Apply governance frameworks to real-life situations in African enterprises (public and private) — including regulatory, cultural and institutional nuances. Develop strategies for boards to move from ritualistic meetings to meaningful oversight and long-term value creation. Ideal for: Board chairs, non-executive directors, senior executives preparing for board roles, governance advisors and corporate secretaries.