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Which sourcing strategy involves obtaining goods or services from multiple suppliers to mitigate risk?

Multi-sourcing involves using several suppliers for the same category of goods or services to enhance competition and reduce dependence on a single vendor.

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Question: Which sourcing strategy involves obtaining goods or services from multiple suppliers to mitigate risk?

Answer options:

  • Sole sourcing
  • Single sourcing
  • Dual sourcing ✅ Multi-sourcing

Correct answer: Multi-sourcing

Explanation: Multi-sourcing involves using several suppliers for the same category of goods or services to enhance competition and reduce dependence on a single vendor.

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