CIPS Exam A9 Topic 1 Question 65 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's A9 exam

Question #: 65
Topic #: 1

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Which of the following is the principal goal of an international supply chain?

ATo move goods

BTo maintain stocks throughout the supply chain

CTo satisfy customer demand

DTo effectively dispose of waste.

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Maryanne

4 months ago

As an international supply chain enthusiast, I can say with confidence that C is the correct answer. Gotta keep those customers happy!

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Barb

4 months ago

Ah, the age-old question - move goods, or satisfy demand? I'd say C is the only logical choice. Unless the customer demand is for waste, of course.

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Delsie

4 months ago

Haha, disposing of waste? What is this, a garbage collection service? I think C is the clear winner here.

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Cristal

3 months ago

C) To satisfy customer demand

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Johnetta

3 months ago

B) To maintain stocks throughout the supply chain

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Avery

3 months ago

A) To move goods

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Geraldo

4 months ago

Yes, moving goods and satisfying customer demand go hand in hand for a successful international supply chain.

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Thad

4 months ago

While moving goods and maintaining stocks are important, I believe the core purpose is to fulfill customer needs. Option C is the way to go.

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Norah

3 months ago

Exactly, customer satisfaction is key in an international supply chain.

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Heike

3 months ago

Yes, moving goods is important too, but ultimately it's about meeting customer needs.

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Yoko

3 months ago

But don't we also need to move goods efficiently to meet that demand?

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Thad

4 months ago

I agree, satisfying customer demand should be the main goal.

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Yuki

4 months ago

The principal goal of an international supply chain is definitely to satisfy customer demand. Anything less would be a failure in my eyes.

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Luann

4 months ago

Moving goods efficiently is also important to ensure timely delivery to customers.

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Cheryl

4 months ago

I agree, satisfying customer demand is crucial for the success of an international supply chain.

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Melissa

5 months ago

But isn't moving goods efficiently also important for supply chain success?

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Nilsa

5 months ago

I agree with Lizette, customer satisfaction is key in supply chain.

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Lizette

5 months ago

I think the principal goal is to satisfy customer demand.

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