The supply chain can be altered if a company _____________.
A) Opens its own stores in order to reach customers directly.
B) Changes office supply stores.
C) Creates its own brands and contracting manufacturers to create the products.
D) A & B
E) A & C

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By opening its own stores, a company can bypass traditional retailers and reach customers directly, thus altering the supply chain. Similarly, by creating its own brands and contracting manufacturers, it can bypass traditional suppliers and alter the supply chain. Changing office supply stores is not typically significant enough to alter the entire supply chain.

The Supply Chain Can Be Altered If a Company _____________