APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 435

Supplier quality and delivery performance are critical inputs to which of the following initiatives?

Answer options

• A. Developing a sourcing strategy
• B. Implementing reverse logistics
• C. Opening a new retail store
• D. Implementing total quality management (TQM)

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because developing a sourcing strategy directly involves evaluating supplier quality and delivery capabilities. Options B, C, and D, while important in their contexts, do not primarily focus on the supplier's quality and delivery as foundational elements.