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CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 2 Question 20 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M6 exam
Question #: 20
Topic #: 2
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When developing a supplier partnership, a buyer can take either a strategic or reactive approach. What would be a reason for a reactive approach?

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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


by Kallie at Apr 01, 2023, 04:22 AM

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Arthur
7 months ago
Wait, are we really saying reactive is a good strategy? That’s surprising!
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Robt
7 months ago
High profit margins? Sounds like a red flag to me!
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Josefa
7 months ago
Not sure about that, a strategic approach seems better in the long run.
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Toi
7 months ago
I think option C makes the most sense here!
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Corinne
7 months ago
Sudden changes in the marketplace definitely call for a reactive approach.
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Maryann
8 months ago
I wonder if discovering a supplier's high profit margin could lead to a reactive decision, but that seems more strategic to me.
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Francine
8 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like the reactive approach is often about addressing immediate needs rather than long-term strategy.
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Lilli
8 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about needing to respond quickly to market conditions. That sounds like option C.
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Mable
8 months ago
I think a reactive approach might be linked to sudden changes in the marketplace, like unexpected demand shifts.
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Yan
8 months ago
This seems like a straightforward question about product liability. I'll focus on the key factors mentioned - process control, corrective action, product design, and process validation. Gotta make sure I understand each one before selecting the best answer.
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Joye
8 months ago
Okay, I think I've got it. Reducing customer complaints, increasing customer service quality, and improving staff morale seem like the best choices for a food retailer.
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Anglea
8 months ago
This question seems a bit tricky. I'll need to carefully read through the details and think about the different function types.
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