CIPS Exam L4M4 Topic 1 Question 28 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M4 exam

Question #: 28
Topic #: 1

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When working closely with a supplier, waste can be reduced which can lead to improved business functions and cost savings. Which of the following are wastes that can be removed from the supply chain? Select THREE.

AOver-analyzing

BBarriers

CMotion

DWaiting

EInventory

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Suggested Answer: D

This is a facilitation payment. It's when a sum of money is given for 'helping to facilitate' a contract. E.g. a procurement manager may accept a facilitation payment from a supplier for selecting him to be a new supplier for a big contract.

In the UK this is definitely considered a bribe. It's also against the CIPS Code of Conflict

by Mozell at Jan 13, 2025, 04:05 PM

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Rolland

1 months ago

Looks like we need to channel our inner Marie Kondo and get rid of the supply chain clutter. Motion, waiting, and inventory - those are the real wastes that spark no joy.

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Tambra

3 days ago

A) Over-analyzing

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Cora

1 months ago

I don't know, man. What if I just select all the options and hope for the best? That's how I got through my driver's license exam.

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Shawn

13 days ago

I agree. Let's eliminate the options that seem less relevant.

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Sunny

15 days ago

I think we should focus on the ones that directly impact the supply chain.

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Milly

16 days ago

That might not be the best strategy. Let's think about it together.

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Tawna

2 months ago

Aha! I got this one. C, D, and E - motion, waiting, and inventory. Cutting down on those will definitely improve business functions and save some dough.

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