If a firm's present suppliers are expensive and unreliable in meeting the firm's need for parts,components or raw materials,the firm should pursue a horizontal integration strategy.

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Pursuing a horizontal integration strategy would involve merging with or acquiring another company in the same industry. This may not necessarily solve the issue of expensive and unreliable suppliers. It would be more appropriate for the firm to consider exploring alternative supplier options or negotiating better contracts with their current suppliers.

If a Firm's Present Suppliers Are Expensive and Unreliable in Meeting