Suppose an automotive manufacturer is experiencing production delays due to quality issues from a second-tier supplier. According to modern supply chain management principles, what is the most effective strategy to improve resilience?

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Terminate the second-tier supplier and replace it immediately with a multiple supplier programme

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Collaborate with the first-tier supplier to address and improve second-tier supplier performance

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Enforce stricter contracts with higher penalties without providing support

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Increase inventory to buffer against quality problems

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