CIPS Exam L4M3 Topic 8 Question 53 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M3 exam

Question #: 53
Topic #: 8

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Which of the following are most likely to be liabilities of suppliers under a guarantee clause? Select

ATWO that apply

BRepair

CDecommissioning

DUpgrading

EReplacement

FInstallation

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Suggested Answer: A, C

The key substantive elements to be included in a specification are:

- Characteristics of the product or service

- Time scale for delivery

- Response times for defects

- KPIs relating to performance and reliability

- Lifespan and durability expectations

- Documentary requirement for training/user manual and/or management information

- Any specific requirements regarding implementation

LO 2, AC 2.1

by Delsie at Jan 23, 2025, 10:55 PM

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Kizzy

4 months ago

B and E, easy peasy. Although I do wonder if the supplier has to upgrade my toaster to a fancy new model if it breaks. Now that would be a sweet deal!

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Ammie

3 months ago

Definitely! It's always nice when suppliers take care of upgrades and replacements under a guarantee clause.

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Wei

3 months ago

I agree, having the supplier upgrade your toaster to a fancy new model would be a great deal!

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Bette

3 months ago

B and E are correct. Upgrading and replacement are common liabilities of suppliers under a guarantee clause.

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Emeline

4 months ago

B and E, no doubt. Suppliers can't just sell you something and then disappear. They've got to stand behind their work!

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Matt

2 months ago

Installation is another key liability that suppliers should be responsible for.

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Lynna

3 months ago

Decommissioning and upgrading are also important to consider.

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Izetta

3 months ago

Repair and replacement are crucial for suppliers to guarantee.

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Jaime

4 months ago

I agree, B and E are definitely important liabilities for suppliers.

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Erasmo

4 months ago

Hmm, I'm not so sure about C and D. Decommissioning and upgrading seem more like the customer's responsibility. I'll go with B and E.

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Ciara

5 months ago

I'm not sure about Decommissioning and Upgrading. Can someone explain why they might be liabilities?

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Izetta

5 months ago

Definitely B and F. Suppliers have to cover the cost of repairing and installing their products, not just the initial purchase price.

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Tequila

3 months ago

Yes, those are important aspects that suppliers should take responsibility for.

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Isabelle

3 months ago

I agree, suppliers should definitely be liable for repairs and installations.

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Tammi

5 months ago

I think B and E are the most likely liabilities under a guarantee clause. Suppliers would be responsible for repairing and replacing defective parts or equipment.

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Ashley

5 months ago

I agree with Azalee. Repair and Replacement make sense as liabilities for suppliers.

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Azalee

5 months ago

I think Repair and Replacement are liabilities of suppliers under a guarantee clause.

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