Free CIPS L6M9 Exam Dumps May 2026

This is an asymmetric relationship, meaning it is one-sided---one company has more power in the supply relationship.

Asymmetric supply networks occur when one party is dependent on the other (e.g., XYZ Ltd relies on ABC Ltd for rare materials).

Symmetric networks involve mutual negotiation and equal dependence.

Since XYZ Ltd must accept whatever ABC Ltd supplies, the relationship is asymmetric. (LO 1.1, See p.4)

An Efficient Frontier diagram can have multiple curves. The first curve shows potential return on investment under current conditions, while the second curve models improvements if the organisation engages in continuous improvement. A third curve may represent a long-term vision, but this is less common. (See p.136)

The statement is TRUE, so we can immediately eliminate A and B.

Option C is correct because large organisations often have multiple business-level strategies depending on market conditions.

Example: McDonald's has different menus and marketing strategies in different countries.

Option D is incorrect---business-level strategies do not necessarily contradict each other.

(See LO 2.1, p.75)