An international company that wants indisputable proof that its supplier maintains a high level of quality management could ask the company to:
A)allow its engineers to study all of the supplier's proprietary information before establishing any formal relationship.
B)show how it is listed in the NAICS to prove its quality focus.
C)enter a tying agreement in which it only sells to one customer-the international one.
D)apply for an ISO 9000 certification.

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Applying for an ISO 9000 certification is the best option as it is an internationally recognized standard for quality management systems. It requires the supplier to implement a structured approach to quality management and undergo regular audits by third-party certifying bodies, providing the international company with indisputable proof of the supplier's commitment to maintaining high-quality standards. The other options do not provide the same level of assurance or may not be feasible, such as allowing engineers to study proprietary information or entering a tying agreement. NAICS listing is only a classification system and does not necessarily indicate a focus on quality management.

An International Company That Wants Indisputable Proof That Its Supplier