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Lingual Information System Technologies, Inc.
Master Subcontract & Supplier Diversity Corporate Plan
Fiscal Years 2007 - 2010

LinguaLISTek works closely with trade and industry associations, government agencies, business development groups and purchasing organizations to exchange information on methods, initiatives, and processes to identify sources of supply. This enables supplying professionals, purchase card users, and other LinguaLISTek personnel to effectively identify potential suppliers to meet LinguaLISTek needs. When appropriate, LinguaLISTek will:



• Conduct supplier forums to share information on LinguaLISTek corporate business objectives.

• Conduct and participate in surveys and benchmarking studies for continuous improvement of Supplier Diversity processes.

• Establish and maintain Intranet and Internet sites with Supplier Diversity policy, procedures, points of contact, and other resource information for various sourcing teams, buyers, clients and suppliers.

• Attend and participate in business opportunity and trade fairs promoting SB/SDB/WOSB/VOB/SDVOSB/HUB-Zone/HBCU/MIs.

• Continue to foster the development of mutually beneficial business relationships between internal business partners and the supplier community.

• Publicize purchasing and business opportunities in print or electronic media when it will enhance competition.

• Provide internal and external stakeholders with timely updates on the positive contributions of Supplier Diversity processes.

• Make available a formal registration process for potential suppliers.

• Work in conjunction with Small Business Administration Regional/District Office for continuous outreach to Diversity Suppliers.

• Work with Economic Development offices of local governments in identifying and promoting SB/SDB/WOSB/VOB/SDVOSB/HUB-Zone/HBCU/MIs.


Sourcing Considerations...