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A Company Has Recently Implemented a Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) Program

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A company has recently implemented a vendor-managed inventory (VMI) program with several key suppliers but quality issues are disrupting production. Which of the following actions would be more effective in dealing with these issues?

Recognize the role of discounts and coupons in maintaining loyal buyers across product life cycles.
Distinguish between the stages of the product life cycle in terms of promotional strategies.
Understand the significance of product characteristics in selecting the promotional mix.
Identify the promotional strategies to employ based on the product life cycle stage.

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