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CIPS L4M6 Exam - Topic 4 Question 53 Discussion

Posted by Rossana on Sep 13, 2024 at 02:25 PM

How would a buyer measure value for money from a relationship with a new supplier for goods?

Suggested Answer: B

CPV codes help suppliers find opportunities they can bid for. CPV codes are a numerical classification for products e.g. Strawberry Jam is 15332296 and when they are included on a Tender, any supplier who is registered with that same CPV code will get a notification that the tender is live. CPV codes are discussed on p.72 but not in much detail- so don't worry if you don't know much about them. So long as you know the above, you'll be fine.


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Isaiah 11 months ago
Surprised that people think B is enough, what about quality?
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Justine 11 months ago
A is interesting, but can you really audit promises?
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Carrol 12 months ago
D makes sense too, quality and volume matter a lot!
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Erick 12 months ago
I think B is too simplistic, lowest cost isn't always best.
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Tijuana 1 year ago
Definitely C, it's all about balancing quality and cost.
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Shenika 1 year ago
I’ve seen similar questions before, and I think the balance of quality and cost is crucial. It’s not just about getting the cheapest option, right?
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Rebecka 1 year ago
I’m a bit uncertain about this one. I feel like an audit of supplier promises could be important, but I’m not sure if that’s the main measure of value.
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Afton 1 year ago
I remember a practice question that emphasized the importance of quality over just going for the lowest cost. It seems like option C might be the right choice.
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Alaine 1 year ago
I think measuring value for money involves looking at the balance of quality and cost, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the best approach.
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Jacinta 1 year ago
Auditing the supplier's promises is a good starting point, but I'd also want to look at their actual track record and see if they've delivered on what they said they would. That real-world data is key.
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Alisha 1 year ago
Lowest possible cost is definitely important, but I think you also need to consider the quality of the goods and whether the supplier can reliably meet your needs. Gotta find that sweet spot.
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Shelba 1 year ago
Hmm, not sure about this one. I'd need to think through all the different factors that could impact value for money, like delivery times, customer service, and the supplier's overall reliability.
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Andra 1 year ago
This seems like a straightforward question about evaluating supplier value. I'd focus on looking at the balance of quality and cost, as that seems to capture the key factors.
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Lelia 1 year ago
As an accountant, I'd say C is the way to go. It's all about that sweet spot between quality and price. *chuckles* Gotta keep the bean-counting boss happy, you know?
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Rosalia 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lelia
A: True, it's important to make sure you're getting the best value for your money.
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Arminda 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lelia
B: I think comparing prices and quality is key. Can't go wrong with that.
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Malissa 1 year ago
↳ replying to Lelia
A: Definitely agree with you there. It's all about finding that balance.
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Cherelle 2 years ago
Auditing the supplier's promises, as in A, is a start, but it doesn't tell you the actual value you're getting. Gotta look at the real-world outcomes.
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Lettie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Cherelle
Lettie: Auditing the supplier's promises is a good start, but actual outcomes matter more.
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Nathalie 1 year ago
↳ replying to Cherelle
Nathalie: Look at the real-world outcomes, not just the promises.
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Nan 1 year ago
↳ replying to Cherelle
Buyer: How can I measure the value for money from a new supplier?
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Annette 2 years ago
I believe the audit of how suppliers promise is also crucial in measuring value for money. We need to ensure they deliver on their promises.
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Gerald 2 years ago
I agree with Eloisa. It's important to consider both quality and cost when evaluating a new supplier.
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Tamala 2 years ago
D, quality and volume of goods, is a good consideration, but it's not the complete answer. We need to factor in the cost as well.
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Dorian 1 year ago
↳ replying to Tamala
C) Balance of quality and cost
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Val 1 year ago
↳ replying to Tamala
A) Audit of how suppliers promise
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Eloisa 2 years ago
I think a buyer would measure value for money by balancing quality and cost.
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Matilda 2 years ago
Option B, going for the lowest possible cost, is a common mistake. That doesn't capture the full picture of value.
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Ronny 2 years ago
I think the correct answer is C. Balancing quality and cost is the key to measuring value for money with a new supplier.
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Lizette 1 year ago
↳ replying to Ronny
I disagree, I think the lowest possible cost is the most important factor in measuring value for money.
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Martina 1 year ago
↳ replying to Ronny
I believe the audit of how suppliers promise is essential to ensure value for money.
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Desirae 1 year ago
↳ replying to Ronny
I think quality and volume of goods is also crucial in determining value for money.
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Rhea 2 years ago
↳ replying to Ronny
I agree, balancing quality and cost is important when measuring value for money.
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