CIPS L5M7 Question Answer
Which type of relationship seeksgreater commitment and preferential treatmentthrough exclusivity?
Outsourcing
Partnership
Adversarial
Single-sourcing
Single-sourcingbuildsexclusive, strategic relationshipswith one supplier to secure priority service and joint improvement opportunities.
Short cited extract: “Single-sourcing – exclusivity to gain stronger commitment and collaboration.” (L5M7 Study Guide, p. 81)
TESTED 16 Dec 2025
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