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CIPS Exam L4M6 Topic 10 Question 40 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam
Question #: 40
Topic #: 10
[All L4M6 Questions]

Which one of the following is an advantage of early supplier involvement?

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Suggested Answer: C

The correct answer is 'Sudden changes in the marketplace' -- this is a reason a buyer would be reactive. Reactive is when something happens to you and it forces you to act in a certain way. The other options would be strategic rather than reactive. P. 163


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Luisa
4 days ago
Option C is definitely the advantage. Understanding supplier capabilities is key for early involvement.
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Janey
8 days ago
But what about the large investment in supplier communications? Wouldn't that be a disadvantage?
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Mitsue
12 days ago
I agree with Graciela, knowing what the supplier can do early on can help with decision making.
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Graciela
16 days ago
I think the advantage of early supplier involvement is understanding of supplier capabilities.
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