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Review the following article from Purchasing.com.

Weissman, R. (2008). Chemical Buyers: Heed caution signs on road to e-sourcing. Retrieved Sept. 7, 2008, from Purchasing.com.

  1. The article mentions that more and more buyers are gaining comfort buying online, especially the young buyers. In your opinion, what are the key benefits of adopting e-procurement?

  2. What cautions are needed for chemical buyers during e-procurement?