In the Context of Collaboration and Integration Through Technology, Which

Multiple Choice

In the context of collaboration and integration through technology, which of the following statements is FALSE?

A) Instead of purchasing the hardware and software to operate and manage their supply chains, cloud computing allows firms to access the technologies they need through the Internet.
B) Information technology (IT) advances have had many benefits, but they have not been able to provide firms with sustainable advantages in cost control and/or customer satisfaction levels.
C) Many organizations today still have not yet developed systems that allow for better collaboration, visibility, and integrations within their supply chains.
D) The use of cloud computing is invaluable when firms are dealing with many suppliers or vendors, because each organization can communicate through the "cloud."
E) Three of the most significant technologies that will impact supply chain management are mobile computing devices, analytics software, and social media.