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APICS CSCP Exam - Topic 5 Question 96 Discussion

Overall supply chain risk may be increased by implementing which of the following strategies?
A) Single sourcing a product that makes the highest annual profit
B) Outsourcing products that are not well suited to a company's operations
C) Identifying multiple sources for a product with the potential for supply chain disruption
D) Internally manufacturing products with high levels of technical intellectual property

APICS CSCP Exam - Topic 5 Question 96 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CSCP exam
Question #: 96
Topic #: 5
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Overall supply chain risk may be increased by implementing which of the following strategies?

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Suggested Answer: A

Single sourcing a high-profit product increases overall supply chain risk due to several reasons:

Supplier Dependency: Relying on a single supplier for a critical product creates a high dependency, making the supply chain vulnerable to disruptions if that supplier faces issues (e.g., natural disasters, financial instability).

Lack of Alternatives: Without alternative sources, any disruption can lead to significant delays, shortages, and potential loss of revenue.

Negotiation Leverage: Single sourcing can reduce the buyer's negotiation leverage, potentially leading to higher costs or unfavorable terms.

Outsourcing unsuitable products, identifying multiple sources for risk-prone products, and internally manufacturing IP-sensitive products are strategies to mitigate risk, not increase it.


Chopra, Sunil, and Peter Meindl. 'Supply Chain Management: Strategy, Planning, and Operation.' Pearson.

Harland, Christine, Richard Brenchley, and Helen Walker. 'Risk in Supply Networks.' Journal of Purchasing and Supply Management.

by Paris at Sep 06, 2024, 08:58 AM

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Tamera
7 months ago
But A does maximize profits, right? Gotta weigh the risks!
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Julianna
7 months ago
Wait, how does D reduce risk? Sounds counterintuitive.
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Jestine
8 months ago
C seems like a smart move to mitigate disruptions.
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Cammy
8 months ago
Totally agree, B can lead to chaos in operations!
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Rima
8 months ago
A is risky because it puts all eggs in one basket.
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Romana
8 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I think D might also increase risk, especially if the tech is complex and hard to manage internally.
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Gladys
9 months ago
I feel like identifying multiple sources is usually a good strategy to mitigate risk, so C doesn't seem right for increasing it.
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Lynna
9 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but outsourcing products that don't fit well with a company's strengths seems risky too. Could B be the answer?
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Sophia
9 months ago
I remember discussing how single sourcing can really increase risk, especially if that supplier has issues. So, I think A might be a good choice.
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Dusti
9 months ago
This is straightforward. The answer is clearly C - identifying multiple sources reduces risk, while the other options increase it. I'm confident in this one.
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Dudley
9 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused on this one. I'll have to review my notes on supply chain management to see if I can figure out the right approach.
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Pearly
9 months ago
This seems like a tricky one. I'll need to think through the different strategies and how they might impact supply chain risk.
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Jolene
9 months ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The key is to identify strategies that increase risk, not decrease it. I'll carefully consider each option.
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Jody
9 months ago
The wording of the options is a bit confusing. I'll need to re-read the question to make sure I understand it properly.
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Rebecka
9 months ago
Yeah, I agree with Michael. Option A looks like the most comprehensive answer that captures the core purpose of the Relationship processes.
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Kerrie
2 years ago
Ah, the age-old question: should I go for the big bucks or play it safe? This one's a real head-scratcher. Personally, I'd choose the option that comes with the least amount of heartburn.
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Odette
2 years ago
C) Identifying multiple sources for a product with the potential for supply chain disruption
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Lynsey
2 years ago
B) Outsourcing products that are not well suited to a company's operations
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Kenny
2 years ago
A) Single sourcing a product that makes the highest annual profit
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Melodie
2 years ago
I agree with Jeannetta, C seems like the best option to minimize supply chain risk.
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Jeannetta
2 years ago
But having multiple sources can reduce the risk of disruption.
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Ceola
2 years ago
Internally manufacturing high-tech products? Hmm, I'm not sure that's the best strategy for reducing overall risk. Seems like a potential bottleneck waiting to happen.
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Bettina
2 years ago
D) Internally manufacturing products with high levels of technical intellectual property
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Annett
2 years ago
I agree, having multiple sources can help mitigate risk
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Adelina
2 years ago
C) Identifying multiple sources for a product with the potential for supply chain disruption
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Denna
2 years ago
B) Outsourcing products that are not well suited to a company's operations
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Dana
2 years ago
A) Single sourcing a product that makes the highest annual profit
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Adolph
2 years ago
Identifying multiple suppliers for risky products? That's a no-brainer. Diversification is the key to supply chain resilience.
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Winfred
2 years ago
B) Outsourcing products that are not well suited to a company's operations
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Hollis
2 years ago
Hollis is right, diversification is key for supply chain resilience.
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Selma
2 years ago
C) Identifying multiple sources for a product with the potential for supply chain disruption
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Monte
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe it's D.
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Evangelina
2 years ago
Outsourcing products that don't fit your operations? Sounds like a smart move to me. Gotta play to your strengths, right?
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Jeannetta
2 years ago
I think the answer is C.
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Carman
2 years ago
Single sourcing the highest profit product? That's a recipe for disaster! Talk about putting all your eggs in one basket.
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Gabriele
2 years ago
C) Identifying multiple sources for a product with the potential for supply chain disruption
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Angelyn
2 years ago
A) Single sourcing a product that makes the highest annual profit
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