The capabilities among alternative pieces of equipment or differences in job requirements may not match . Inventory stocking decisions , late deliveries , purchasing requirements , acceptability of purchased materials , and quality inspection and control procedures also can have an impact on effective strategic decision-making . Supply chain factors must also be taken into account in the decision-making if substantial capacity changes are involved - like reintroducing Bayer Aspirin . Key questions include : What impact will the changes have on suppliers , warehousing , transportation , and distributors ? If capacity...











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