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O*NET detailed work activityObtain information about goods or services
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Part of Obtain information about goods or services, under the O*NET work activity group Getting Information. Individual tasks below can carry a different label when their own wording calls for it (7 AI-ready, 2 AI-assist, 0 stays human).
Tasks built on this activity
- Collaborate with vendors to obtain or develop desired products.
- Research and evaluate suppliers, based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities, and the supplier's reputation and history.
- Locate suppliers, using sources such as catalogs and the internet, and interview them to gather information about products to be ordered.
- Contact potential vendors to determine material availability.
- Review catalogs, industry periodicals, directories, trade journals, and Internet sites and consult with other department personnel to locate necessary goods and services.
- Contact carriers for rates or schedules.
- Investigate sources, such as auctions, estate sales, liquidators, wholesalers, or trade shows for new items, used items, or collectibles.
- Contact motel, hotel, resort, and travel operators to obtain current advertising literature.