Which Statement Regarding Supply Chains Is Most Accurate

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding supply chains is most accurate?

A) The best supply chain is the one that is consistent with the needs of the customer segment being served and complements a company's marketing strategy.
B) The most common form of supply chain is the collaborative-response efficiency strategy.
C) In order for a supply chain to work effectively, key decisions should be made by a third-party logistics provider.
D) The longer the supply chain, the greater the economies of scale and the better the profit margin.
E) Supply chains should consider the needs of suppliers, provided those needs are consistent with marketing strategies.