Question

What may a vertically integrated company need to do when there are improvements in technology at the supply stage of the value chain? (Choose every correct answer.)

Answer 1

Answer:

• may be required to incur high costs for abandoning old technologies in an effort to keep pace with suppliers.

• may need to continue producing suboptimal products rather than upgrading its technology

Explanation:

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Vertical integration occurs when the suppliers or retailers is being controlled or owned by a company and hence, control its supply chain. This brings about reduction in costs and the improvement in efficiencies.

When there are improvements in technology at the supply stage of the value chain, the company will need to:

• may be required to incur high costs for abandoning old technologies in an effort to keep pace with suppliers.

• may need to continue producing suboptimal products rather than upgrading its technology