Exam L4M3 Topic 7 Question 145 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M3 exam
Question #: 145
Topic #: 7
Which of the following are driving forces for increasing use of social and environmental criteria in specifications? Select TWO that apply.,

Suggested Answer: A,B Vote an answer

Reasons for including social and environmental criteria may include the following:
- Expected Cost Savings and Financial Motives
- Management Support and Commitment
- Employees
- Altruistic Values
- Power Imbalances along the supply chain
- Image and Reputation
- Government Regulations
- Customers
- Competitors
Management, employees, government, customers and competitors are among the stakeholders that make pressures to the organisation on social and environmental criteria.
Reference:
- Drivers and Barriers to the Adoption of Sustainable Procurement in SMEs
- CIPS study guide page 95-96
LO 2, AC 2.1

by Aldrich at Sep 16, 2025, 09:42 AM

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