Question 1

How might an employee of Chili's prevent the "simple sandwich" problem while on the job?

Accepted Answer

The "simple sandwich" problem, in a rest

Question 2

Managerial standardization is the process of establishing agreement on uniform identifications for definite characteristics of quality, design, perfonnance, quantity, service, and so on.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

How does Dell use standardization to build competitive advantage?

Accepted Answer

Dell uses standardization to build compe

Question 4

What are the purposes of specifications?

Accepted Answer

Specifications serve several important p

Question 5

Which of the following problems is not considered a common problem in developing specifications?

Accepted Answer

A)  Lack of Clarity 
B)  Ignorance of total cost 
C)  Limiting Competition 
D)  Unreasonable Tolerances 
A)  Lack of Clarity 
B)  Ignorance of total cost 
C)  Limiting Competition 
D)  Unreasonable Tolerances

Question 6

Managerial standardization deals with such things as operating practices, procedures, and systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What does the term "balanced" imply in the balanced specifications?

Accepted Answer

The term "balanced" in the context of ba

Question 8

Which of the following is not a typical purpose of specifications?

Accepted Answer

A)  Communicate what to buy 
B)  Communicate suppliers what is required 
C)  Establish the intangible services to be provided 
D)  Establish the standards for inspections, tests, and quality checks 
E)  Communicate to upper management the need 
A)  Communicate what to buy 
B)  Communicate suppliers what is required 
C)  Establish the intangible services to be provided 
D)  Establish the standards for inspections, tests, and quality checks 
E)  Communicate to upper management the need

Question 9

In the Unreasonable Tolerances Example, what was the source of the problem between the two managers?

Accepted Answer

In the Unreasonable Tolerances Example,

Question 10

When Dell develops a DVD player module, what type of standardization does it utilize?

Accepted Answer

When Dell develops a DVD player module f

Question 11

Complex or detailed specifications are descriptions that tell the seller exactly what the buyer wants to purchase. As such, they are easier to develop than simple specifications.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Industrial standardization deals with such things as operating practices, procedures, and systems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What are the two ends of the continuum of electronic materials catalogs?

Accepted Answer

The continuum of electronic materials ca

Question 14

What are the situations that require the development of qualified products?

Accepted Answer

The development of qualified products is

Question 15

Which of the following is a complex specification based on the categorization given in the textbook?

Accepted Answer

A)  Function and Fit Specifications 
B)  Material and Method-of-Manufacture 
C)  Brand or Trade Names 
D)  Market Grades 
E)  Qualified Products 
A)  Function and Fit Specifications 
B)  Material and Method-of-Manufacture 
C)  Brand or Trade Names 
D)  Market Grades 
E)  Qualified Products

Question 16

WCSM requires supply management professionals and suppliers to be actively involved in only the tactical development of specifications and standards. The strategic development of specifications and standards is best left solely to the department developing the requirement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Why did Baltimore's business district "burn to the ground" in 1904, despite the fact that more than enough f

Accepted Answer

The Great Baltimore Fire, which occurred

Question 18

How can specifications limit competition?

Accepted Answer

Specifications can limit competition in

Question 19

A simple specification often goes beyond the design of a product, to include specifications regarding methodology, packaging, transport, delivery schedules, warranty and service.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following is usually a more complex specification: brand name, sample, commercial standard, or engineering drawings?

Accepted Answer

Among the options provided—brand name, s

Exam 6: Purchasing Descriptions and Specifications

How might an employee of Chili's prevent the "simple sandwich" problem while on the job?

Managerial standardization is the process of establishing agreement on uniform identifications for definite characteristics of quality, design, perfonnance, quantity, service, and so on.

How does Dell use standardization to build competitive advantage?

What are the purposes of specifications?

Which of the following problems is not considered a common problem in developing specifications?

Managerial standardization deals with such things as operating practices, procedures, and systems.

What does the term "balanced" imply in the balanced specifications?

Which of the following is not a typical purpose of specifications?

In the Unreasonable Tolerances Example, what was the source of the problem between the two managers?

When Dell develops a DVD player module, what type of standardization does it utilize?

Complex or detailed specifications are descriptions that tell the seller exactly what the buyer wants to purchase. As such, they are easier to develop than simple specifications.

Industrial standardization deals with such things as operating practices, procedures, and systems.

What are the two ends of the continuum of electronic materials catalogs?

What are the situations that require the development of qualified products?

Which of the following is a complex specification based on the categorization given in the textbook?

WCSM requires supply management professionals and suppliers to be actively involved in only the tactical development of specifications and standards. The strategic development of specifications and standards is best left solely to the department developing the requirement.

Why did Baltimore's business district "burn to the ground" in 1904, despite the fact that more than enough f

How can specifications limit competition?

A simple specification often goes beyond the design of a product, to include specifications regarding methodology, packaging, transport, delivery schedules, warranty and service.

Which of the following is usually a more complex specification: brand name, sample, commercial standard, or engineering drawings?

The Progression to Professional Supply Management

Organizational Issues

Supply Management: an Organization Spanning Activity

A Portfolio of Relationships

New Product Development

Managing for Quality

The Procurement of Equipment

Purchasing Services

Outsourcing

Sourcing

Global Supply Management

Total Cost of Ownership

Price and Cost Analysis

Methods of Compensation

Negotiation

Contract Formation and Legal Issues

Contact and Relationship Management

Ethics and Social Responsibilities

Production and Inventory Control

Demand Management and Logistics

Implementing Value Network Management

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