Kelly's firm processes and packages organic nuts and nut butters, and it has just landed a new contract with Costco, the discount retailer. As wonderful as this new opportunity is, the Costco-bound nut butters demand a change in the supply chain network. These products require larger containers (24 oz. containers instead of the usual 16 oz. jars), which in turn require larger shipping cartons. Kelly is currently testing the various containers available from a range of suppliers to determine which are most compatible with the firm's production line. Which step in the supply chain network redesign process is Kelly performing?
A) Defining the supply chain network design process
B) Performing a supply chain audit
C) Examining the supply chain network alternatives
D) Conducting a facility location analysis

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Kelly is examining the supply chain network alternatives by testing various containers from different suppliers to determine which is most compatible with the firm's production line. This step is focused on considering different options and evaluating their feasibility in order to determine the optimal supply chain network design. Therefore, choice C, examining the supply chain network alternatives, is the correct answer.

Kelly's Firm Processes and Packages Organic Nuts and Nut Butters