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C. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of sourcing from suppliers located overseas. Which do you think make for a more compelling argument-- the advantages or the disadvantages? Why?

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An advantage of sourcing from suppliers located overseas is the fact that many times these supplies can be obtained at a much cheaper price. Another advantage is that there is usually an abundance of supplies in many ...

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