Which of the Following Would Be Expected When Using a Supply-Chain

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would be expected when using a supply-chain approach to inventory management?

• A)more stockouts (but at a lower cost overall)
• B)less manufacturing of goods not subsequently ordered
• C)fewer rush orders for manufacturing
• D)more stockouts, less manufacturing of goods not subsequently ordered, and fewer rush orders for manufacturing
• E)fewer rush orders for manufacturing, less manufacturing of goods not subsequently ordered, and lower inventory levels

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