The Decision to Make or Buy a Good or Service

question 18

Multiple Choice

The decision to make or buy a good or service is:

• A)a one-time decision never to be reconsidered.
• B)a decision of strategic importance that deserves careful evaluation.
• C)primarily an operational decision.
• D)the same as deciding to insource or outsource.
• E)typically made by the chief supply officer and his or her executive team.

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Definitions:

Povidone-Iodine

An antiseptic used for skin disinfection before and after surgery, and for treating and preventing infections in wounds.

Chlorhexidine

An antiseptic and disinfectant agent used in various products to reduce bacterial counts on the skin and in the mouth.

Puncture Wound

A deep wound caused by a sharp object penetrating the skin, potentially leading to infection or other complications.

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

A genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness, primarily affecting boys.