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Which one of the following actions by a purchasing and supply manager would most
effectively contribute to achieving SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) in
the South African context?
Selecting suppliers who integrate sustainable production methods and have
established waste reduction targets.
Opting for suppliers with a proven track record of cost-efficiency, regardless of their
broader sustainability practices.
Choosing suppliers who reduce their packaging material and offer products with a
longer shelf life.
Partnering with suppliers that maintain efficient production processes and regularly
audit their resource use to identify areas for improvement.
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Investigating the potential of implementing materials requirements planning (MRP) and/or
just-in-time (JIT) techniques is a typical planning task on the operational level.
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Backward disintegration refers to activities on the distribution side of the supply chain
and forward disintegration refers to activities on the supply side of the supply chain.
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False
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As per case study, load shedding affects all organisations’ functioning. In the context of
a mushroom shortage affecting a fast food retail outlet group since April 2023, which
factor should the group prioritise when deciding whether to insource or outsource their
mushroom ingredient supply?
Quality control and consistency of menu items
Flexibility to adapt menu offerings to accommodate ingredient shortages
Cost-effectiveness and budget considerations
Reliability of mushroom supply and availability from local suppliers
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In the context of the mushroom scarcity in South Africa since April 2023 and challenges
faced by mushroom farmers, including load shedding, how should a fast-food retail
chain approach supplier development?
Collaborate with mushroom suppliers to implement contingency plans and resilience
strategies to mitigate the effects of load shedding, while also investing in infrastructure
improvements and alternative energy sources to ensure consistent supply during power
disruptions.
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Actively engage in supporting small mushroom suppliers, providing training and
resources to improve their efficiency and resilience, fostering long-term partnerships to
address the impact of load shedding on their operations.
Take immediate action to secure mushroom supply by sourcing from international
markets or alternative suppliers, bypassing local supplier development efforts due to the
urgency of addressing the scarcity issue exacerbated by load shedding.
Formulate a policy to only purchase from large, established mushroom suppliers to
ensure consistent supply and quality, minimising the risk of disruptions caused by load
shedding affecting small suppliers.
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The case study mentions attacks in the Suez Canal and the effect of climate change on
the Panama Canal. This has influenced global shipping routes. In the aftermath of recent
attacks in the Red Sea, vessels are opting to bypass the Suez Canal and navigate around
South Africa's Cape of Good Hope. This shift has disrupted the crucial global shipping
routes, compelling ships to add another 15 days to their journeys, accompanied by
increased costs. These cargo delays and increased delivery times will influence supplier
selection and assessment. Look at figure 5.2 in the prescribed book. Due to the above
scenario the evaluation criteria change as follows:
On-time delivery (15)
Fill-rate (0)
Cost reduction materials (5)
Cost reduction transport (20)
Question: In terms of Supplier A, how did its position change in terms of cost and
delivery after the weights have been changed?
In terms of cost, Supplier A, moved up one position and for delivery shared first position
with Supplier C.
In terms of both cost and delivery, Supplier A moved down one position.
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Which one of the following actions by a purchasing and supply manager would most
effectively contribute to achieving SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) in
the South African context?
Selecting suppliers who integrate sustainable production methods and have
established waste reduction targets.
Opting for suppliers with a proven track record of cost-efficiency, regardless of their
broader sustainability practices.
Choosing suppliers who reduce their packaging material and offer products with a
longer shelf life.
Partnering with suppliers that maintain efficient production processes and regularly
audit their resource use to identify areas for improvement.
Question 3
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Investigating the potential of implementing materials requirements planning (MRP) and/or
just-in-time (JIT) techniques is a typical planning task on the operational level.
True
False
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Backward disintegration refers to activities on the distribution side of the supply chain
and forward disintegration refers to activities on the supply side of the supply chain.
True
False
Question 5
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As per case study, load shedding affects all organisations’ functioning. In the context of
a mushroom shortage affecting a fast food retail outlet group since April 2023, which
factor should the group prioritise when deciding whether to insource or outsource their
mushroom ingredient supply?
Quality control and consistency of menu items
Flexibility to adapt menu offerings to accommodate ingredient shortages
Cost-effectiveness and budget considerations
Reliability of mushroom supply and availability from local suppliers
Question 6
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In the context of the mushroom scarcity in South Africa since April 2023 and challenges
faced by mushroom farmers, including load shedding, how should a fast-food retail
chain approach supplier development?
Collaborate with mushroom suppliers to implement contingency plans and resilience
strategies to mitigate the effects of load shedding, while also investing in infrastructure
improvements and alternative energy sources to ensure consistent supply during power
disruptions.
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Actively engage in supporting small mushroom suppliers, providing training and
resources to improve their efficiency and resilience, fostering long-term partnerships to
address the impact of load shedding on their operations.
Take immediate action to secure mushroom supply by sourcing from international
markets or alternative suppliers, bypassing local supplier development efforts due to the
urgency of addressing the scarcity issue exacerbated by load shedding.
Formulate a policy to only purchase from large, established mushroom suppliers to
ensure consistent supply and quality, minimising the risk of disruptions caused by load
shedding affecting small suppliers.
Question 7
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The case study mentions attacks in the Suez Canal and the effect of climate change on
the Panama Canal. This has influenced global shipping routes. In the aftermath of recent
attacks in the Red Sea, vessels are opting to bypass the Suez Canal and navigate around
South Africa's Cape of Good Hope. This shift has disrupted the crucial global shipping
routes, compelling ships to add another 15 days to their journeys, accompanied by
increased costs. These cargo delays and increased delivery times will influence supplier
selection and assessment. Look at figure 5.2 in the prescribed book. Due to the above
scenario the evaluation criteria change as follows:
On-time delivery (15)
Fill-rate (0)
Cost reduction materials (5)
Cost reduction transport (20)
Question: In terms of Supplier A, how did its position change in terms of cost and
delivery after the weights have been changed?
In terms of cost, Supplier A, moved up one position and for delivery shared first position
with Supplier C.
In terms of both cost and delivery, Supplier A moved down one position.
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