Which of the Following Is Not One of the Ways

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not one of the ways that a company can achieve a cost advantage by revamping its value chain?

• A)Eliminating distributors and dealers by selling direct to customers
• B)Replacing certain value chain activities with faster and cheaper online technology
• C)Increasing production capacity and then striving hard to operate at full capacity
• D)Relocating facilities so as to curb the need for shipping and handling activities
• E)Streamlining operations by eliminating low value-added or unnecessary work steps and activities

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Definitions:

Measurement Consistency

The degree to which a measurement tool or procedure yields the same results under consistent conditions over time.

Reliability

The degree to which an assessment tool produces stable and consistent results over time.

Higher Values

Principles or standards considered to be of supreme importance, guiding moral behavior or reflecting the ideals of society.

Employee Referrals

A hiring method where current employees recommend candidates for open positions within the organization, often rewarded with incentives for successful hires.