A New Cashier Has Stood Out Since Day One with Her

question 20

Multiple Choice

A new cashier has stood out since day one with her unique method of scanning and bagging that is faster than all of the other cashiers. Management recognizes the potential cost savings to this approach and are considering a widespread transition to her technique. This new scanning method is ________ and if the implementation is completed, the technique will be considered ________.

• A) Efficient; influential
• B) Innovative; a diffusion of innovation
• C) Creative; a disruptive innovation
• D) Creative; innovative

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Definitions:

Energy Costs

Expenses associated with the consumption of energy, including electricity, gas, and other fuels, crucial for the operation of businesses and households.

Transportation Costs

These are expenses involved in moving goods from one location to another, including costs of fuel, labor, and vehicle maintenance.

Environmental Sustainability

The practice of maintaining productive and healthy environments through responsible interaction with the planet to prevent depletion or degradation of natural resources.

Managing Suppliers

The process of overseeing and coordinating activities with suppliers to ensure the quality, delivery, and cost of goods and services meet an organization's requirements.