When Walmart asks its suppliers to absorb more costs, ship more efficiently, and provide more services than ever before, generally without any price increases, it is taking advantage of which of these interorganizational relationship perspectives?
A) Institutionalism
B) Supply chain management
C) Resource dependence
D) Population ecology perspective
E) Collaborative networks

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The scenario mentioned in the question refers to resource dependence perspective. As Walmart is attempting to shift some of its own costs and responsibilities onto its suppliers, it is relying on them for crucial resources and therefore demonstrating dependence on them.

When Walmart Asks Its Suppliers to Absorb More Costs, Ship