Factors affecting the decision to select suppliers in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC)

Chutinun  Klinmahom; Wissawa  Aunyawong; Supamit  Srisawat

Chutinun Klinmahom Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand
Wissawa Aunyawong Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand
Supamit Srisawat Suan Sunandha Rajabhat University, Thailand

Keywords: The Eastern Economic Corridor, Purchasing and Supplier Selection selection

Abstract

This article aims to study the factors affecting the decision to select suppliers in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) by reviewing the literature and related research on the issues related to the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), the concept and theory of procurement and supplier selection that affect the decision to select suppliers in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). The conceptual framework is defined with the variables of price, service quality and reliability. The dependent variable is supplier selection. Data is collected using a 5-level questionnaire. The statistics used in the research are multiple regression analysis for the decision to select a good quality supplier, which can reduce costs or purchase at a reasonable price and is reliable, and can meet the needs of the business without disrupting or affecting the overall business. Therefore, selecting an efficient and effective supplier will result in more efficient business management and an efficient and sustainable supply chain process.