When a Firm Does Not Have Core Competencies in an Area

question 48

Multiple Choice

When a firm does not have core competencies in an area needed to produce certain products, it may choose to rely upon a(n) ?

• A) Dependent manufacturer
• B) Allied manufacturer
• C) Contract manufacturer
• D) Conscripted manufacturer

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Definitions:

Capacity Planning

The process of determining the production capacity needed by an organization to meet changing demands for its products.

Materials Planning

The systematic determination of required materials and components, including quantity and timing to support production.

Core Function

The primary and essential activities that a business or system is designed to perform.