In an Outsourcing Decision,developing and Negotiating the Outsourcing Contract

question 27

Multiple Choice

In an outsourcing decision,developing and negotiating the outsourcing contract:

• A)is not an area where supply managers believe they can add value.
• B)is the biggest area where supply managers can affect organizational strategy.
• C)is less important than ensuring prompt payment to suppliers.
• D)is of less strategic importance than identifying opportunities for outsourcing.
• E)is best left to the function most directly affected by the outsourcing decision.

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