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CIPS Exam L3M1 Topic 2 Question 2 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L3M1 exam
Question #: 2
Topic #: 2
[All L3M1 Questions]

Which one of the following initiates the procurement process inside the buying organisation, calling for action by the procurement professionals?

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Suggested Answer: D

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If you are unfamiliar with any of these terms, return to your textbook soon.

The RFQ is the action taken by procurement often, further to the requisition and other necessary documentation.


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Frank
12 months ago
Yes, Merissa. Specification is crucial for ensuring we get what we need.
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Merissa
12 months ago
I think C) Specification could also be important because it outlines the requirements for the product or service.
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Patrick
12 months ago
That's true, Lashaunda. Request for quotation is when we ask vendors for pricing information.
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Lashaunda
1 years ago
I'm not sure, but maybe A) Request for quotation also plays a role in initiating the procurement process.
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Frank
1 years ago
I agree with Patrick. Requisition is the starting point for procurement.
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Patrick
1 years ago
I think it's D) Requisition because that's when the actual need for a product or service is identified.
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Lillian
1 years ago
I see your point, but usually it's the requisition that signals the need for procurement.
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Margurite
1 years ago
I believe it's actually the request for quotation that initiates the procurement process.
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Mitsue
1 years ago
But isn't it the specification that starts the procurement process?
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Cornell
1 years ago
I agree, a requisition is what triggers the procurement process.
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Lillian
1 years ago
I think the answer is D) Requisition.
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