QUESTION $4$

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As the procurement manager overseeing all supplies for the engineering department at the eThekwini Municipality, you have observed that the primary focus of your subordinates seems to be on supplier selection and terms determination which you consider as problematic. Comment on why this approach might be problematic and suggest an alternative approach that should be utilised if there is any. Make use of relevant and practical examples.

QUESTION $5$

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Coca$-$Cola is a globally recognised beverage company renowned for its flagship product, Coca$-$Cola, a carbonated soft drink. The Coca$-$Cola Company offers a diverse portfolio of beverages, including sparkling soft drinks, juices, waters, sports drinks, energy drinks, and ready$-$to$-$drink teas and coffees. Some of its well$-$known brands besides Coca$-$Cola include Diet Coke, Fanta, Sprite, Minute Maid, and Powerade. Demonstrate the strategies that the organisation can adopt to ensure that its procurement function is environmentally sustainable.