How Does Effective Materials Management Support the Firm's Marketing Objectives

question 62

Multiple Choice

How does effective materials management support the firm's marketing objectives?

• A)by reducing procurement, transportation, and production costs through economies of scale
• B)by coordinating supply and demand for materials
• C)by ensuring that stored or received materials get to the production floor when they are needed
• D)by making sure that goods are available to ship to customers in an efficient and effective manner
• E)by negotiating contracts and placing purchase orders in a timely manner

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