Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) Practice Test 14

Mr. Rodriguez, a supply chain manager at a manufacturing company, is tasked with selecting a supplier for a critical component used in their production process. After careful analysis, he narrows down the options to two suppliers, Supplier A and Supplier B. Supplier A offers a lower price for the component, but Supplier B has a reputation for consistently delivering high-quality products on time. Which of the following actions should Mr. Rodriguez take based on supply chain management principles?