A supplier certification program:( )
A: adds cost to the supplier, but provides few benefits to the
supplier.
B: may enable the buyer and seller to lower costs and improve quality.
C: may improve quality, but at best will not raise costs.
D: always improves quality, but usually at a higher purchase price.
E: typically cost more to implement than the value of the quality
improvement.
A: adds cost to the supplier, but provides few benefits to the
supplier.
B: may enable the buyer and seller to lower costs and improve quality.
C: may improve quality, but at best will not raise costs.
D: always improves quality, but usually at a higher purchase price.
E: typically cost more to implement than the value of the quality
improvement.
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- When<br/>comparing the total cost of ownership from an international supplier<br/>to that of a domestic supplier, the international supplier’s() A: lower<br/>labor costs are easily eroded by additional shipping and insurance<br/>costs. B: lower<br/>labor costs offset the high cost of inefficient equipment and<br/>processes. C: lower<br/>labor rates must be considered in the context of productivity and<br/>quality. D: prices<br/>are carefully controlled by the S. government to prevent dumping. E: price<br/>will be higher if the S. dollar is strengthening on the exchange<br/>rate.
- The<br/>lowest price that ensures a continuous supply of the proper quality<br/>where and when needed and allows the supplier to make a reasonable<br/>profit, is commonly known as() A: a market price. B: a cost-based price. C: a buyer’s market price. D: a seller’s market price. E: a fair price.
- When<br/>sourcing offshore, a buyer() A: normally<br/>will let domestic suppliers counter the global supplier’s<br/>offer. B: must<br/>have extensive knowledge and analysis of the country. C: may<br/>assume that quality control systems and processes are universal. D: will<br/>account for unknown risks by adding 10 percent to total cost<br/>assessments. E: will<br/>always state the price in S. dollars.
- Which of the following costs is NOT an appraisal cost for quality control?
- What is the purpose of considering such factors as cost and quality during tender evaluation? A: To find the most economical advantageous tender. B: To ask the suppliers to lower cost and improve quality. C: To learn about the financial stability and service level of the suppliers.