Based on Example $3\mathrm{.}2($grey block$)$ in the prescribed book, $8^{th}$ edition, answer the following question. In the context of Cotton Or's shift towards local purchasing and supply, which factor most significantly influenced the decision to anboard local suppliers despite the challenges faced?

The global supply chain problems exacerbated by the COVID$-19$ pandemic highlighted the risks of relying on international suppliers.

The organisation wanted to reduce operational costs by switching to cheaper local suppliers.

The July $2021$ unrest in KwaZulu$-$Natal made it easier to source from local suppliers due to decreased competition.

The organisation decided to localise its purchasing and supply process as part of a broader corporate social responsibility initiative unrelated to the pandemic.