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A program includes the development and shipping of 12 million product units over the next year. However, one program supplier has a history of overestimating its planned volume, which puts the product launch at risk.
What should the program manager do to monitor and control the supplier?
Suggested Answer: D
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12 comments · newest first
DO
Domitila
1 year ago
D is crucial too, can't overlook risk analyses!
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Kati
1 year ago
Are we sure the supplier will even deliver anything this time?
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Alline
1 year ago
Wow, I can't believe they still rely on that supplier!
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Myong
1 year ago
I disagree, A might be more proactive in addressing issues.
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Carole
1 year ago
Sounds like C is the best choice. Gotta keep an eye on performance!
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Hana
1 year ago
Reviewing risk analyses sounds relevant, but I wonder if that's more about planning than actual monitoring. Is that option D?
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Dominque
1 year ago
I feel like stakeholder approval is more about communication than control, so I'm leaning away from option B.
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Gladys
1 year ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about updating the procurement plan being important. Could that be option A?
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Cory
1 year ago
I think monitoring the supplier's performance is crucial, so maybe option C about examining performance reports makes sense.
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Melynda
1 year ago
I'm pretty sure the answer is B. Holdover. If the dock is locked and the base station can't get clock signals, it should go into a holdover state to maintain timing.
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Nydia
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm not sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully before answering.
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Cory
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I'll need to think through the different network access scenarios and potential issues that could be causing the problem. Might be good to review my notes on common network troubleshooting steps.