All of the Following Are Examples of the Future Focus

question 14

Multiple Choice

All of the following are examples of the future focus on supply chain performance except _____.

• A)accelerating and obtaining more innovation from suppliers
• B)focusing more and more on day-to-day tactical purchasing activities
• C)leveraging supplier capabilities and know-how to improve performance and establish new sources of revenue
• D)identifying and mitigating supply risks of any kind to ensure business continuity
• E)expanding the breadth and depth of cost management efforts

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Accounting Rate of Return

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Payback Period

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