Pareto is the 80:20 rule- this can be adapted to talk about supplier relationships, where instead of having 2 categories there are now 3 (A B and C). CIPS use the terms Pareto and ABC interchangeably. See p.16 for further information
Question 2
Which of the following is not a type of tender process used in the Public Sector?
Options:
A.
Restricted
B.
Competitive Procedure with Negotiation
C.
Competitive Dialogue
D.
Unrestricted
Answer:
D
Explanation:
Explanation
Unrestricted is not a type of tender. The 5 types are; open, restricted, competitive with negotiation, competitive dialogue and innovative partnership (though this last one is very rare in the public sector). The five types are explained in detail on p.77
Question 3
Which of the following are not a valid reasons to terminate a relationship with a supplier? Select TWO.
Options:
A.
The supplier suddenly increases prices
B.
The supplier made one late delivery
C.
Supply base rationalisation
D.
The supplier becomes insolvent
E.
The supplier has a change in senior management
Answer:
B, E
Explanation:
Explanation
Two invalid reasons are; one late delivery and a change in senior management. Valid reasons to terminate a relationship are listed on p.107 and include the three listed here, as well as a material breach, damage to reputation and the supplier merges or is acquired by another company.