How can ISM as an organization impact the concept of growing minority supplier development programs in other countries?
Harriet Michel: ISM can impact the growth of minority supplier development abroad by highlighting the success NMSDC is having with its international program. ISM should leverage its affiliate group and forum structure using the MWBDG as a model internationally. ISM should also include topics about minority supplier development in the curriculum at all its conferences, and include “inclusion language” in all its policy statements. More information about the NMSDC and a downloadable copy of Best Practices in Minority Supplier Development Guidelines are available online.
