Eastlake Furniture Company, a maker of Victorian furniture reproductions, uses only Trenton adhesives for its finely crafted products. The adhesive can bond wood just as well as hot-melt adhesives without damaging heat-sensitive areas, so it satisfies the needs of the company's craftspeople. Even though the Trenton adhesive is slightly more expensive than the hot melt glues offered by competitors, Trenton retains its clientele as it guarantees delivery just two days after an order is placed. This scenario illustrates that Eastlake Manufacturing is using _____ for its supply of adhesives.

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Eastlake Furniture Company is using sole sourcing for its supply of adhesives. They are relying only on Trenton for their adhesive needs, even though it is slightly more expensive than competitors, because it meets their specific requirements and Trenton guarantees quick delivery.

Eastlake Furniture Company, a Maker of Victorian Furniture Reproductions, Uses