A South African retail organisation is deciding whether to source materials from a new supplier or not. The supplier offers competitive prices, but they have been reported to have issues with waste management and worker conditions. Considering the principle of sustainable sourcing, should the organisation consider sourcing from this supplier?

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No, because the organisation should ensure that any supplier adheres to both social and environmental sustainability practices, as these are core to the organisation’s values.

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No, because the organisation should source from suppliers with a perfect track record in sustainability, regardless of other factors like cost or availability.

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Yes, because the supplier's competitive pricing is the most important factor in improving the organisation’s profit margins, even if sustainability related to social equity and the environment is compromised.

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Yes, because the supplier’s financial stability ensures long-term supply, and issues such as waste management can be dealt with later through internal measures.

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