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What is the primary risk associated with 'single sourcing' a critical component?

Single sourcing creates high dependency, making the buyer vulnerable to supply disruptions if that supplier faces issues.

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Question: What is the primary risk associated with 'single sourcing' a critical component?

Answer options: ✅ High dependency on one supplier, increasing vulnerability to disruptions.

  • Reduced negotiation leverage with the supplier.
  • Increased administrative costs due to managing a single supplier.
  • Difficulty in achieving economies of scale.

Correct answer: High dependency on one supplier, increasing vulnerability to disruptions.

Explanation: Single sourcing creates high dependency, making the buyer vulnerable to supply disruptions if that supplier faces issues.

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