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CIPS Exam A7 Topic 1 Question 65 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's A7 exam
Question #: 65
Topic #: 1
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Supply base rationalization is best achieved by which of the following means?

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Suggested Answer: D

by Lonna at Aug 06, 2024, 05:29 PM

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Mabelle
10 months ago
Ha! Reducing direct contact through supplier tiering? That's like trying to fix a flat tire by putting a bandaid on it. Option B is clearly the winner here.
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Graciela
9 months ago
Yeah, recruiting more suppliers might just add more complexity to the supply chain.
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Dewitt
9 months ago
I agree, it's important to evaluate and improve the existing suppliers.
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Willodean
10 months ago
Option B is definitely the way to go. Quality over quantity!
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Osvaldo
10 months ago
I prefer retaining all existing suppliers but reducing direct contact through supplier tiering for better management.
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Yong
10 months ago
Hmm, I'm not sure. Retaining only the lowest cost suppliers in option C seems a bit risky. Quality should be the priority, not just cost.
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Douglass
9 months ago
True, retaining all existing suppliers but reducing direct contact through tiering might also be a good strategy.
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Ciara
9 months ago
I see your point, but investigating the supply market to recruit more suppliers could also help lower supply risk.
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Daren
9 months ago
I think evaluating existing suppliers to reduce the number but improve quality could be a good approach.
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My
10 months ago
I agree, quality should definitely be a priority when it comes to supply base rationalization.
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Sharita
10 months ago
I think reviewing the supply base and retaining only the lowest cost suppliers is the most cost-effective option.
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Luisa
10 months ago
I disagree, I believe we should recruit more suppliers to lower supply risk.
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Mel
10 months ago
I agree with Desire. Option B is the best approach to streamline the supply chain and enhance supplier performance.
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Meaghan
10 months ago
I agree. It's important to have fewer suppliers but ensure they are top-notch.
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Almeta
10 months ago
I think option B is the way to go. Quality over quantity.
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Justine
11 months ago
I think the best way is to evaluate existing suppliers and improve quality.
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Desire
11 months ago
B is the way to go! Reducing the number of suppliers but improving their quality is key for effective supply base rationalization.
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Hannah
10 months ago
True, but having too many suppliers can also increase complexity and cost.
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Alaine
10 months ago
But wouldn't investigating the supply market for more options also help reduce supply risk?
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Luann
10 months ago
I agree, quality over quantity when it comes to suppliers.
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