Benefits of using a broad line vendor?

• A. Decrease processing time - Less paperwork and requisitions
• B. Higher unit costs
• C. More frequent stockouts
• D. Fewer product options

Answer: (A)

Using a broad line vendor means you source a wide range of products from one supplier, which streamlines the purchasing process. The main benefit is a decrease in processing time because you generate fewer requisitions and purchase orders, and there’s less paperwork to complete when many items come from the same vendor. This consolidation reduces administrative steps, speeds up approvals, and simplifies receiving and invoicing, making the entire workflow more efficient.

Other outcomes described—higher unit costs, more stockouts, or fewer product options—are not benefits of a broad line vendor; they would indicate drawbacks or depend on other factors like pricing negotiations and inventory management.