A Key Reason Why Global Manufacturers Are Unable to Have

question 92

Multiple Choice

A key reason why global manufacturers are unable to have a consolidated view of global demand and supply is because ______.

• A)supply chains are planned and managed by disparate regional systems
• B)firms in the supply chain continue to manage globally while they are thinking locally
• C)the primary firm has different expectations from each link in the supply chain
• D)the pricing policies of different manufacturers are usually different

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Definitions:

External Subsystems

Components or units outside an organization that interact with or influence its operations and activities.

Buy-In

Refers to the agreement on a course of action or the decision-making process that gains the acceptance and support of stakeholders.

Change Process

The series of actions or steps taken to achieve a significant shift in direction, operations, or behavior within an organization or system.

Stakeholders

Individuals or groups that have an interest in the success and strategies of an organization, including employees, customers, investors, and suppliers.