A disadvantage of the$$ "few suppliers" sourcing strategy$$ is:

Part $2$

A$.$

possible violations of the Sherman Antitrust Act.

B$.$

the high cost of changing partners.

C$.$

the risk of not being ready for technological change.

D$.$

the lack of cost savings for customers and suppliers.

E$.$

the suppliers are less likely to understand the broad objectives of the procuring firm and the end customer.