Design for supply chain is ______.
A)the process of designing a product so that it matches up well with the capabilities of a firm's supply chain members
B)the process of designing the supply chain so that it is capable of producing inputs to the primary firm
C)the process of designing the product so that it can be easily transported through the supply chain
D)the process of locating the firm so that suppliers are located close to the firm

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Design for supply chain is the process of designing a product so that it matches up well with the capabilities of a firm's supply chain members. This involves designing the product in a way that makes it easier to produce, transport and distribute through the supply chain. It also includes identifying the capabilities of the supply chain members and selecting the most appropriate partners to work with. This approach helps to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and profitability of the supply chain as a whole.

Design for Supply Chain Is ______