Minority vending. (corporate minority purchasing programs)(Special Advertising Section)

Black Enterprise | June 1, 1995| | Copyright

Minority purchasing programs are alive and well in corporate America today, despite downsizing and the continuing backlash against affirmative action. In fact, they are expanding steadily at many corporations.

The reason? These programs have become part of the overall corporate fabric at many companies. They are no longer viewed as social mandates, but rather as an integral element in a corporation's overall business strategy. By diversifying the supplier base, companies believe they can come up with a better product. At the same time, by supporting minority businesses ...

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