Certified Stores and Stock Controller (CSSC) Practice Test 1

Increase the frequency of incoming inspections for all batches from this supplier to ensure that no defective units reach the internal production line.

Issue a formal corrective action request (CAR) to the supplier's executive leadership to ensure high-level accountability for the declining quality trend.

Update the procurement strategy to diversify the supply base and reduce volume from this supplier until the historical quality metrics return to baseline levels.

Facilitate a joint process review with the supplier's production team and internal engineering to identify potential drift in manufacturing parameters before a major failure occurs.