Why Might the Bay Shift Suppliers from Asian Countries to Caribbean

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why might The Bay shift suppliers from Asian countries to Caribbean countries or even local suppliers in Canada?

• A) It may be more profitable.
• B) The Caribbean countries may offer shorter and more consistent lead times.
• C) Some customers may prefer "Made in Canada" merchandise.
• D) It may be easier to monitor working standards in domestic factories.
• E) All of these are valid reasons to consider this change.

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