Sustainable supply chain management primarily involves:
A)focusing on how to reduce interactions among suppliers,manufacturers,and end users.
B)emphasizing short-term initiatives to preserve resources for the next production cycle.
C)the use of the least expensive manufacturing,materials-handling,and transportation systems as part of the supply chain management process.
D)the integration and balancing of environmental,social,and economic thinking into all phases of the supply chain management process.

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Sustainable supply chain management involves integrating and balancing environmental, social, and economic factors into all phases of the supply chain process to ensure long-term sustainability. This includes considering the environmental impact of materials, transportation, and manufacturing, as well as social factors such as labor and community impact, and economic factors such as cost and profitability. Sustainable supply chain management also involves collaboration and communication among all stakeholders, including suppliers, manufacturers, and end-users, to ensure that sustainability goals are met throughout the entire supply chain.

Sustainable Supply Chain Management Primarily Involves