• Why it is important to develop key supplier evaluation criteria? Explain at least one criterion that can be used and demonstrate how the criterion supports a biblical perspective to key supplier selection.
• What are the different types of supplier development and support that a firm can offer? Explain why a mix of the carrot, stick, and hands-on approach to supplier development works best.
• What are the major sources of supply base risk? What are some of the supply chain risk management tools available to avoid or mitigate supply chain risk?