JIT believes in developing __________ relationships with suppliers.
A) Long-term
B) Adversarial
C) Arms-length
D) Temporary
E) Distant

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JIT (Just-in-Time) philosophy focuses on the development of long-term relationships with suppliers. This is because JIT requires a high level of cooperation and communication between suppliers and manufacturers, which can only be achieved through trust and commitment in a long-term relationship. Adversarial or arms-length relationships, where suppliers are treated as mere transactional entities, can lead to a breakdown in communication and trust, which can negatively impact the timely delivery of goods and quality. Temporary or distant relationships also do not align with the JIT philosophy since they do not offer a consistent and reliable supply of goods.

JIT Believes in Developing __________ Relationships with Suppliers