Companies pursue closer coordination and collaboration with channel suppliers to better address customer needs in order to
A. improve their scores on the competitive assessment matrix.
B. enhance differentiation through the value chain system.
C. compensate for inadequate or outdated production capacity.
D. develop human resource management activities that improve the skills, expertise, and knowledge of company personnel.
E. achieve low-cost provider status through the value chain system.
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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