Vertical Alliances Can Create Lean Value Chains by Reducing Total

question 135

Multiple Choice

Vertical alliances can create lean value chains by reducing total supply chain costs in all of the following areas except ________.

• A) transaction
• B) communication
• C) quality
• D) logistics

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Definitions:

Existing Sources

Refers to previously developed materials, data, or research findings that are used to support new studies or hypotheses.

Directly Address

To confront or deal with a matter openly and straightforwardly.

Different Time

A period distinct from the present, often implying a change in circumstances, environments, or conditions.

Confidentiality

The obligation to keep personal, medical, or official information secret and not to disclose it to unauthorized individuals.