Walmart and Target Have Both Recently Begun Pushing Their Suppliers

question 167

Multiple Choice

Walmart and Target have both recently begun pushing their suppliers to make use of RFID technology.The main reason they are pushing this technology is probably to do which of the following?

• A)detect and correct defects that could result in returned merchandise
• B)make it easier to handle payments
• C)encourage suppliers to collaborate in the production of standardized products
• D)help them identify and track specific shipments of goods

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