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Mixed-methods analysis reveals two distinct clusters of procurement processes in the oil and gas industry, suggesting optimization strategies for teams.
This research investigates job design strategies in procurement teams within the oil and gas industry, which faces unique complexities due to regulatory constraints, technical challenges, and logistical difficulties. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating Knowledge Discovery in Databases (KDD) and Cluster Analysis to analyze procurement patterns from historical data. Findings highlight that procurement process can be effectively grouped into two distinct clusters, primarily influenced by the distinctive characteristic of goods and services procurement. The results provide a strategic framework for optimizing procurement teams in the oil and gas sector.
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