OSCM Ch 11, and 12

answer these 2 qustions in short paragraph 

1-If a buyer and seller do not have a close working relationship, how can a buyer obtain cost data to perform a cost analysis for a supplier before awarding a purchase contract? (100 words Max)

2-Discuss the information gained from mapping a process. (100 words Max)

I need do this for 2 diffrent students that means 2 diffrent answer for each qustion.