Question 1

The optimization model is based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  precise mathematical procedures. 
B)  sampling experiments. 
C)  broad problem definitions. 
D)  rule of thumb approaches. 
A)  precise mathematical procedures. 
B)  sampling experiments. 
C)  broad problem definitions. 
D)  rule of thumb approaches. A

Question 2

When Zappos, a leading online shoe retailer, receives an online order through its website, the order is sent directly to the most appropriate distribution center for fulfillment. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

A)  a logistics channel function. 
B)  a marketing channel function. 
C)  the intersection of logistics and marketing channels. 
D)  None of these answers. 
A)  a logistics channel function. 
B)  a marketing channel function. 
C)  the intersection of logistics and marketing channels. 
D)  None of these answers. B

Question 3

Heuristic models:

Accepted Answer

A)  provide an optimum solution. 
B)  are able to accommodate broad problem definitions. 
C)  have fallen from use because of SAILS. 
D)  are typically "seat of the pants" solutions. 
A)  provide an optimum solution. 
B)  are able to accommodate broad problem definitions. 
C)  have fallen from use because of SAILS. 
D)  are typically "seat of the pants" solutions. B

Question 4

The quality of life locational determinant is most important to companies that must attract and retain an unskilled, static work force.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What is the effect of tapering rates on facility location?

Accepted Answer

A)  It pushes the raw materials sources toward the location. 
B)  It pulls the facility toward the location. 
C)  It pulls the location toward the source or the market. 
D)  It makes the optimum location at the midpoint between raw material sources and the marketplace. 
A)  It pushes the raw materials sources toward the location. 
B)  It pulls the facility toward the location. 
C)  It pulls the location toward the source or the market. 
D)  It makes the optimum location at the midpoint between raw material sources and the marketplace.

Question 6

In a commercial zone, the same transportation rate is applied from an origin to any point in the zone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Define the principles of tapering rates, blanket rates, and commercial zones and the implication of each on location selection.

Accepted Answer

Transportation rates increase with dista

Question 8

List and discuss potential supply chain modeling pitfalls to avoid.

Accepted Answer

A number of common pitfalls should be av

Question 9

Application of the grid technique to the location of a city warehouse:

Accepted Answer

A)  is no different from applying it in any other situation. 
B)  incorporates a blanket rate structure that applies the same rate from an origin to any point within the city or commercial zone. 
C)  considers the costs of moving raw materials into the facility, and moving finished goods to the customers. 
D)  accounts for information like highway access and facility availability within the grid coordinates. 
A)  is no different from applying it in any other situation. 
B)  incorporates a blanket rate structure that applies the same rate from an origin to any point within the city or commercial zone. 
C)  considers the costs of moving raw materials into the facility, and moving finished goods to the customers. 
D)  accounts for information like highway access and facility availability within the grid coordinates.

Question 10

What are the current trends governing site selection?

Accepted Answer

A number of trends in today's logistics

Question 11

A channel of distribution is controlled by the marketing department, which selects the physical structures and intermediaries through which the product(s) flow.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of these is not a trend in today's logistics environment that may have significant effects on decisions involving logistics facility location?

Accepted Answer

A)  Strategically located cross-docking facilities 
B)  Use of third-party logistics services 
C)  Customer-direct delivery 
D)  Addition of many wholesaler/distributor operations 
A)  Strategically located cross-docking facilities 
B)  Use of third-party logistics services 
C)  Customer-direct delivery 
D)  Addition of many wholesaler/distributor operations

Question 13

Kelly's firm processes and packages organic nuts and nut butters, and it has just landed a new contract with Costco, the discount retailer. As wonderful as this new opportunity is, the Costco-bound nut butters demand a change in the supply chain network. These products require larger containers (24 oz. containers instead of the usual 16 oz. jars), which in turn require larger shipping cartons. Kelly is currently testing the various containers available from a range of suppliers to determine which are most compatible with the firm's production line. Which step in the supply chain network redesign process is Kelly performing?

Accepted Answer

A)  Defining the supply chain network design process 
B)  Performing a supply chain audit 
C)  Examining the supply chain network alternatives 
D)  Conducting a facility location analysis 
A)  Defining the supply chain network design process 
B)  Performing a supply chain audit 
C)  Examining the supply chain network alternatives 
D)  Conducting a facility location analysis

Question 14

Which major locational determinant considers locating near the competition?

Accepted Answer

A)  Labor climate 
B)  Quality of life 
C)  Company preference 
D)  Supplier networks 
A)  Labor climate 
B)  Quality of life 
C)  Company preference 
D)  Supplier networks

Question 15

Briefly describe the six major steps that are recommended for a logistics network design process.

Accepted Answer

Step 1: Define the Logistics/Supply Chai

Question 16

Logistics facilities and their locations are relatively variable and easily modified in the short term.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The grid technique is used to determine a fixed facility location that represents the least-cost center for moving incoming materials and outbound product within a geographic grid. This least cost center is also referred to as a:

Accepted Answer

A)  zero point. 
B)  source point. 
C)  break-even point. 
D)  center of gravity. 
A)  zero point. 
B)  source point. 
C)  break-even point. 
D)  center of gravity.

Question 18

The grid technique determines the highest cost facility location in an area.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

An organization's omni-channel strategy must align with its "go to market" strategy, which dictates how consumers will be able to gain access to the firm's products or services.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Southwest Auto Parts already had a massive distribution center in Utah serving its 147 stores scattered across seven U.S. states when it decided to start selling auto parts online. The firm's management wanted to minimize startup costs by consolidating order fulfillment under the same roof, so which model of order fulfillment did the firm's managers decide to use?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pool 
B)  Dedicated 
C)  Integrated 
D)  Direct 
A)  Pool 
B)  Dedicated 
C)  Integrated 
D)  Direct

The optimization model is based on:

When Zappos, a leading online shoe retailer, receives an online order through its website, the order is sent directly to the most appropriate distribution center for fulfillment. This is an example of:

Heuristic models:

The quality of life locational determinant is most important to companies that must attract and retain an unskilled, static work force.

What is the effect of tapering rates on facility location?

In a commercial zone, the same transportation rate is applied from an origin to any point in the zone.

Define the principles of tapering rates, blanket rates, and commercial zones and the implication of each on location selection.

List and discuss potential supply chain modeling pitfalls to avoid.

Application of the grid technique to the location of a city warehouse:

What are the current trends governing site selection?

A channel of distribution is controlled by the marketing department, which selects the physical structures and intermediaries through which the product(s) flow.

Which of these is not a trend in today's logistics environment that may have significant effects on decisions involving logistics facility location?

Which major locational determinant considers locating near the competition?

Briefly describe the six major steps that are recommended for a logistics network design process.

Logistics facilities and their locations are relatively variable and easily modified in the short term.

The grid technique is used to determine a fixed facility location that represents the least-cost center for moving incoming materials and outbound product within a geographic grid. This least cost center is also referred to as a:

The grid technique determines the highest cost facility location in an area.

An organization's omni-channel strategy must align with its "go to market" strategy, which dictates how consumers will be able to gain access to the firm's products or services.

Supply Chain Management: an Overview

Global Dimensions of Supply Chains

Role of Logistics in Supply Chains

Sourcing Materials and Services

Operations Producing Goods and Services

Demand Management

Order Management and Customer Service

Managing Inventory in the Supply Chain

Distribution Managing Fulfillment Operations

Transportation Managing the Flows of the Supply Chain

Aligning Supply Chains

Supply Chain Performance Measurement and Financial Analysis

Supply Chain Technology Managing Information Flows

Strategic Challenges and Change for Supply Chains

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Exam 4: Supply Chain and Omni Channel Network Design

The optimization model is based on:

When Zappos, a leading online shoe retailer, receives an online order through its website, the order is sent directly to the most appropriate distribution center for fulfillment. This is an example of:

Heuristic models:

The quality of life locational determinant is most important to companies that must attract and retain an unskilled, static work force.

What is the effect of tapering rates on facility location?

In a commercial zone, the same transportation rate is applied from an origin to any point in the zone.

Define the principles of tapering rates, blanket rates, and commercial zones and the implication of each on location selection.

List and discuss potential supply chain modeling pitfalls to avoid.

Application of the grid technique to the location of a city warehouse:

What are the current trends governing site selection?

A channel of distribution is controlled by the marketing department, which selects the physical structures and intermediaries through which the product(s) flow.

Which of these is not a trend in today's logistics environment that may have significant effects on decisions involving logistics facility location?

Which major locational determinant considers locating near the competition?

Briefly describe the six major steps that are recommended for a logistics network design process.

Logistics facilities and their locations are relatively variable and easily modified in the short term.

The grid technique is used to determine a fixed facility location that represents the least-cost center for moving incoming materials and outbound product within a geographic grid. This least cost center is also referred to as a:

The grid technique determines the highest cost facility location in an area.

An organization's omni-channel strategy must align with its "go to market" strategy, which dictates how consumers will be able to gain access to the firm's products or services.

Supply Chain Management: an Overview

Global Dimensions of Supply Chains

Role of Logistics in Supply Chains

Sourcing Materials and Services

Operations Producing Goods and Services

Demand Management

Order Management and Customer Service

Managing Inventory in the Supply Chain

Distribution Managing Fulfillment Operations

Transportation Managing the Flows of the Supply Chain

Aligning Supply Chains

Supply Chain Performance Measurement and Financial Analysis

Supply Chain Technology Managing Information Flows

Strategic Challenges and Change for Supply Chains

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