SCM QUIZ

Time Left: 8400 seconds

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Question No. 1

48. A research and development (R & D) manager is under extreme cost pressure to reduce the department’s operating costs. Not knowing what actions to take to accomplish this objective, the R & D manager seeks the assistance of the supply manager. After reviewing spend data for the prior year, the supply manager identifies lab supplies as an opportunity for cost reductions. All of the following options should be presented to the research and development manager EXCEPT

·         (A) develop strategic partnerships with key suppliers
·         (B) implement economic order quantity (EOQ) for items purchased
·         (c) deploy electronic catalogs for supply orders
·         (D) deploy electronic catalogs for supply orders

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