Electronic procurement $($e$-$procurement$)$ is described by which of the following

A$.$ A way of using the Internet to make it easier and less costly to procure goods and services

B$.$ A management system that involves employees in ongoing quality improvement efforts

C$.$ The process of working with suppliers early during the design of a current or new product that a company wishes to purchase

D$.$ Primarily aimed at determining the appropriate number and mix of suppliers