A company's strategy is to position itself as a responsive supplier. Which lead time measurement would be most appropriate in supporting this strategy?
*C. increasing process efficiency.**
Increasing process efficiency often aligns with environmental responsibility because it typically involves reducing waste, optimizing resource use, and minimizing energy consumption. This approach not only supports sustainability goals but also often leads to cost savings and improved operational performance.
While the other options might have some indirect benefits, they are not as directly aligned with environmental responsibility:
- **A. Reducing the size of facilities** might reduce energy use but doesn't necessarily address broader environmental impacts.
- **B. Reducing supply chain costs** could involve environmentally friendly practices, but it is not inherently focused on sustainability.
- **D. Increasing product throughput** might lead to higher resource consumption and waste if not managed carefully, which could conflict with environmental goals.
A responsive supplier is one that is able to quickly and efficiently meet the needs of its customers. This means that the supplier must be able to shorten its lead times, which is the time it takes to fulfill a customer order. The lead time measurement that best reflects the responsiveness of a supplier is from order entry to customer receipt
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