NCMA Exam CPCM Topic 6 Question 84 Discussion

Actual exam question for NCMA's CPCM exam

Question #: 84
Topic #: 6

To achieve high performance results year after year, companies must take what action to form successful long-term partnerships?

Aunleashing corporate buying and selling power

Bchanging buying and selling processes and tools

Cdeveloping and integrated supply chain

DAll of the above

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Jacquelyne

6 months ago

Changing buying and selling processes and tools can also play a crucial role in improving performance and forming successful partnerships.

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Phillip

6 months ago

Yes, I believe unleashing corporate buying and selling power can help companies negotiate better deals and establish strong relationships with suppliers.

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Gilbert

6 months ago

But wouldn't unleashing corporate buying and selling power also be important in forming successful long-term partnerships?

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Noble

6 months ago

I agree, having an integrated supply chain can help companies streamline their processes and improve efficiency.

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Elvera

6 months ago

I think to achieve high performance results year after year, companies must develop an integrated supply chain.

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Lavelle

7 months ago

Yes, I believe so. Unleashing corporate buying and selling power can give companies a competitive edge in negotiations.

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Susana

7 months ago

But don't you think unleashing corporate buying and selling power also plays a major role in forming successful partnerships?

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Arlie

7 months ago

I agree, having an integrated supply chain helps streamline processes and improves efficiency.

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Apolonia

7 months ago

I think the key to forming successful long-term partnerships is developing an integrated supply chain.

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Well said. And let's not underestimate the power of good old-fashioned communication and negotiation skills. Even with all the fancy tools, you still need to be able to sit down and hash things out with your partners.

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Hyun

8 months ago

I'm with you all on this. But let's not forget the importance of maintaining strong relationships with our partners. Even with all the right processes and technology, if we don't have trust and collaboration, it's all for naught.

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Launa

8 months ago

Exactly! All of the above is the right answer. You need to do everything - leverage your power, optimize your processes, and build a truly integrated supply chain. It's the only way to achieve sustainable high performance.

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Adolph

8 months ago

You know, I was thinking the same thing. Changing the processes and tools can help, but if you don't have the underlying supply chain integration, it's just rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic.

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Albina

7 months ago

Absolutely. Unleashing corporate buying and selling power is important, but it needs to be supported by a well-integrated supply chain.

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Laurena

7 months ago

I agree. Developing an integrated supply chain is crucial for long-term success.

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Milly

7 months ago

True, without a solid foundation in supply chain integration, other changes won't have a lasting impact.

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Kenneth

8 months ago

I agree, an integrated supply chain is crucial. But I also think companies need to be willing to leverage their buying and selling power to get the best deals and terms with their partners. It's a delicate balance, but it's necessary to stay competitive.

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Eladia

8 months ago

This is a tricky question. I think the key is to develop an integrated supply chain, which would allow for better coordination and optimization of the buying and selling processes. That seems like the most comprehensive approach to achieving high performance results in the long run.

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NCMA Exam CPCM Topic 6 Question 84 Discussion

Contribute your Thoughts:

Jacquelyne

Phillip

Gilbert

Noble

Elvera

Lavelle

Susana

Arlie

Apolonia

Erinn

Hyun

Launa

Adolph

Albina

Laurena

Milly

Kenneth

Eladia