Which location shift would qualify as forward placement?
A) from the manufacturer to a distribution center
B) from the retailer to the wholesaler
C) from the wholesaler to the manufacturer
D) from the retailer to the manufacturer

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Forward placement refers to the movement of inventory closer to the end customer to reduce lead time and increase responsiveness to demand. In this case, moving inventory from the manufacturer to a distribution center is a forward placement, as it brings the goods closer to the end customer. The other options involve moving inventory further away from the end customer, so they would not qualify as forward placement.

Which Location Shift Would Qualify as Forward Placement