Question

Which of the following is an example of an operational activity? 1) Manage relationships with critical suppliers. 2) Generate and forward material releases and expedite. 3) Develop electronic purchasing systems. 4) Negotiate company-wide supply contracts. 5) Manage critical commodities.

Answer 1

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The answer to this question cannot be straight as there is more than one activity that can be considered as an example of operational activity therefore, if i had to choose 1 it would be

4. Negotiate company wide system contracts

This is the best answer because it follows the third rule of operational management which is based on finance and the activities that allow the company to gain finances directly

The following options are also correct :-

1. Manage relationships with critical supplier.

5. Managing critical commodities.