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Key Performance Indicators and audits offer an organisation key methods to monitor...
Which of the following approaches might an organisation adopt to support CSR ...
A typical social factor which contributes to the sustainability agenda is...
An organisation may include the use of which of the following in its defined social outcomes ...
What action can a transport manager take to reduce the environmental impact of vehicles?
How might a government promote environmental sustainability?
The growth in global sourcing has created sustainability challenges and opportunities for both purchasers and for low cost countries. Which of the following are the advantages of global sourcing for purchasers?
A range of methods to audit or review sustainability compliance in supply chains include quantitative or qualitative methods. Which of the following is true regarding these methods of monitoring sustainability compliance?
Which of the following are potential sustainability conflicts that may arise between the purchaser and other stakeholders in supply chains.
Is it good practice to encourage whistle-blowing amongst employees working in the supply chain if they suspect unethical behaviour in the supply chain?
The Sarbanes -Oxley regulations are mostly focused on ...
- investor protection
- product quality
- clear commercial advertising
- corporate financial disclosure
The responsible use of power might be used by procurement to promote sustainability in supply chains. Which of the following source of power can a procurement professional use dominate stakeholders in the supply chains?
Which of the following can be used by the procurement function to incorporate sustainability into contract pricing and payment terms ?
Portfolio analysis can be used by the procurement function to assess sustainability risk and the scope for improvement, within supply chains . Which of the following is an example of a portfolio analysis tool?
Which of the following might be used for the development of a sustainable procurement policy within an organization?
- Defining the vision for sustainable procurement
- Identifying non-sustainability issues.
- Minimising the availability of resources
- Identifying the key principles of sustainable procurement
Which of the following refers to main approach used by companies that are serious about improving the social conditions up to minimum international norms in their supply chains ?
Which of the following recognises that all parties have to be involved in reducing poverty through trade, local communities, workers, homeworkers, smallholders, suppliers, buyers and consumers?
Fair trade responsibilities for suppliers should include which of the following? Select THREE that apply
Which of the following the sustainability considerations that might be incorporated effectively into contract specifications? Select FOUR that apply.
Which of the following is a type of audit where feedback on supplier performance will be factual, impartial and independent?
Which of the following are examples of cultural and social issues when sourcing from suppliers in developed countries compared with those in developing countries ?
Which of the following is more likely help implement responsible procurement for an organisation and its procurement activities ?
Sustainability may be assessed using a range of measures. Which of the following can be used for the assessment of social, environmental and economic performance within supply chains based on four perspectives?
Is it true that certain types of supplier relationship might adversely affect sustainability?
... is a term that has been used to explain how organisations can view the world as a single market.
Which of the following tool of analysis can help examine the key drivers of globalisation in supply chains?
Which of the following refers to aspects population structure and growth?
... is an example of a leading environmental standard relating to sustainable sourcing?
... is an example of a leading social standard relating to sustainable sourcing?
Which of the following is true about overuse of sustainability standards in supply chains?
Which of the following is a tool used to enable the purchaser to identify potential areas of sustainability, compliance or reputational risk in a supply chain?
A major retail organisation has come under pressure from consumers to place more emphasis on social value when sourcing its products. It should prioritise which of the following criteria when developing specifications and selecting suppliers?
- Reducing product costs
- Supporting local communities
- Improving working conditions
- Increasing sales revenues
Which of the following are environmental considerations throughout a contract life cycle? Select the TWO that apply.
International Power Group (IPG) is reviewing their approach to producing specifications to meet their future requirements. While ensuring that the goods and services it requires are fit for purpose the IPG senior management is prioritising environmental criteria. Reducing which ONE of the following will be the greatest priority for the IPG board to satisfy this criterion?
The triple bottom line concept has influenced reverse logistics because it has encouraged organisations to prioritise use of resources on increasing profit margins whilst satisfying customer needs. Is this TRUE?
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