Which of the following statements about challenges in operations management is FALSE?

A$.$ Rapid product development is partly the result of shorter product cycles.

B$.$ The goal of mass customization is to produce customized products, whenever and wherever needed.

C$.$ Sustainable production is being replaced by a low$-$cost focus.

D$.$ Operations managers are outsourcing and building long$-$term partnerships with critical players in the supply chain.

E$.$ Local or national focus is giving way to global focus.