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Question 86 - CSCP discussion

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Companies are more likely to consider the consequences of their product design decisions when they view the reverse supply chain as an extension of the:

A.
forward supply chain.
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forward supply chain.
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marketing process.
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B.
marketing process.
C.
manufacturing process.
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C.
manufacturing process.
D.
sales and operations planning process.
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D.
sales and operations planning process.
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Context: Viewing the reverse supply chain as an extension of another process influences product design considerations.Options Breakdown:A . Forward supply chain: Integrating reverse logistics with the forward supply chain emphasizes the full lifecycle of the product, encouraging sustainable and efficient design choices.B . Marketing process: While marketing may influence product design, it does not directly address the reverse supply chain.C . Manufacturing process: Focuses on production efficiency but does not encompass the end-to-end supply chain.D . Sales and operations planning process: Involves aligning supply and demand but does not directly extend to reverse logistics.Answer: Justification: Viewing the reverse supply chain as an extension of the forward supply chain ensures that design decisions account for the entire lifecycle, including end-of-life management.Reverse logistics and supply chain sustainability literatureCase studies on lifecycle management in supply chains

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