The New,more Strategically Oriented Purchasing Departments Have a Mission to ________

question 48

Multiple Choice

The new,more strategically oriented purchasing departments have a mission to ________.

• A) always make a profit
• B) always take the lowest bid
• C) seek the best value from fewer and better suppliers
• D) continue to seek outsourcing as their primary strategy
• E) use consultants whenever possible

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Definitions:

Employee Health

Pertains to the physical and mental well-being of employees, often factoring into company policies, workplace conditions, and benefits.

Absenteeism

The practice of regularly staying away from work or school without good reason.

Increased Efficiency

The improvement of a process, system, or machine to achieve more output with the same amount of input or less, effectively reducing waste and increasing productivity.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

A condition caused by pressure on the median nerve in the wrist, leading to pain, numbness, and other symptoms in the hand and arm.