Amazon anticipates that it will soon be able to deliver packages to customers using automated drones. This will allow Amazon to deliver a package to a customer within 30 minutes of the purchase. What is the key goal of focusing on this function of distribution?
A) to maintain low inventory levels while avoiding stock-outs
B) to find the best trade-off of speed and cost for the situation
C) to stockpile inventory to ensure there are never stock-outs
D) to choose the fastest delivery method in order to ensure customer satisfaction

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The Answer of Amazon anticipates that it will soon be able to deliver packages to customers using automated drones. This will allow Amazon to deliver a package to a customer within 30 minutes of the purchase. What is the key goal of focusing on this function of distribution?
A) to maintain low inventory levels while avoiding stock-outs
B) to find the best trade-off of speed and cost for the situation
C) to stockpile inventory to ensure there are never stock-outs
D) to choose the fastest delivery method in order to ensure customer satisfaction

Amazon Anticipates That It Will Soon Be Able to Deliver