JT Clothing is reviewing its suppliers. During an audit, one of its overseas suppliers was found to be using underage labour, paying workers below the legal minimum wage, and there was a lack of safety measures, which put the workers at risk. However, this specific supplier offers fast deliveries and products at low costs, making it financially attractive for JT Clothing to continue with the relationship. As the new purchasing and supply chain manager at JT Clothing, point out to the CEO the most appropriate action that JT Clothing should take based on the audit report.

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Continue working with the supplier due to their low costs and fast delivery, which benefits the company’s bottom line to be sustainable in the long run.

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Immediately end the relationship with the supplier and avoid any communication moving forward.

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Ignore the findings, as the supplier is overseas and subject to different cultural norms.

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Work with the supplier to improve labour conditions and ensure compliance with ethical standards.

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