The Procurement Element of a Supply Chain Management System Involves

question 28

Multiple Choice

The procurement element of a supply chain management system involves:

• A) purchase of components, supplier selection, and strategic alliances.
• B) coordination, measurement, and control across the entire supply chain.
• C) transportation, CRM, and logistics parties.
• D) lean, inventory control, and product quality.
• E) sales promotion, events, PR, and publicity.

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