Which of the following is not a question that should be asked of suppliers?
A) Are you a best-in-class company?
B) What is your ratio of direct to indirect costs?
C) What is your cost breakdown in terms of overheads, energy, labour and materials?
D) How much corporate tax do you pay?

Question

Which of the following is not a question that should be asked of suppliers? 
A) Are you a best-in-class company? 
B) What is your ratio of direct to indirect costs? 
C) What is your cost breakdown in terms of overheads, energy, labour and materials? 
D) How much corporate tax do you pay?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Asking suppliers about their corporate tax payment is not relevant to the procurement process and carries potential legal and ethical risks. Other questions are pertinent to understand the supplier's capabilities and cost structure, which helps make an informed decision about selecting and negotiating with suppliers.

Which of the Following Is Not a Question That Should