Question

Akshera is looking to purchase new material for her custom-made scarf business. She is comparing two companies, who both offer good quality materials. Company A is offering a bigger bulk discount, but Company B is offering more available add-ons. Akshera wants to make sure that she is getting the best bargain. What step in the purchasing process is Akshera on?


identifying needs


choosing a specific product


locate a vendor


fill out a purchase order

Answer 1

locate a vendor

She’s comparing suppliers’ offers (discounts, add‑ons) to decide which vendor to buy from, which is the vendor‑selection/locating stage of the purchasing process.