Deck 11: Distribution Managing Fulfillment Operations

Question 1

KPIs cannot be used in connection with distribution center activities as they do not provide relevant data.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Cross docks typically increase transportation costs.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

The roles of the distribution center include ____

A) balancing supply and demand.
B) protecting against uncertainty and promoting transportation economies.
C) promoting transportation economies.
D) balancing supply and demand,protecting against uncertainty,and promoting transportation economies.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Hourly labor is a problem for distribution centers.

Question 5

When establishing a distribution strategy,the first and most obvious consideration is the product.

Question 6

Speed is of the essence; running efficient distribution facilities and networks are not nearly as critical.

Question 7

Inventory handling,storage,and processing facilities help supply chains create time and place utility.

Question 8

Order accuracy and order completeness are the same.

Question 9

After the layout of the operations is determined,attention shifts to the facility size of the operations within the distribution operation.

Question 10

Contract warehousing is different than 3PL warehousing.

Question 11

The first facility consideration is to determine the size of each operation within the network.

Question 12

Sortation refers a type of conveyer equipment.

Question 13

WMS is more than a simple database that provides stock location information.

Question 14

A common fulfillment strategy of many firms is to use the normal distribution network for most items including their low velocity items.

Question 15

Asset utilization is very important in a 3PL warehouse.

Question 16

The drawback of centralized inventory is the long distance to customers,which typically produces longer lead times and higher transportation costs.

Question 17

Slotting is defined as the placement of product in a facility for the purpose of optimizing materials handling and space efficiency.

Question 18

One of the primary tradeoffs in DC design is equipment versus space.

Question 19

Organizations may benefit substantially from the establishment of one or several warehouses to reduce transportation costs.

Question 20

Product handling includes both receiving and shipping.

Question 21

A downside of direct delivery is

A) that it takes product flow away from the distribution center.
B) can create higher transportation charges.
C) that customer may not like this method.
D) the product may not lead itself to this method.

Question 22

Discuss facility layout,and what factors are to be considered.

Question 23

The drawback of centralized inventory is:

A) that it undercuts the dispersed distribution concept.
B) that it increases the amount of inventory required.
C) strains the ability of the carrier network.
D) that it produces longer lead times and higher transportation costs.

Question 24

Discuss the choices for facility ownership,including public and contract warehousing.

Question 25

The first facility consideration is to determine

A) how close to source it should be.
B) the size of each operation within the network.
C) how close to the customer it should be.
D) where competitors are located.

Question 26

One important interaction that must be considered is the tradeoff between distribution and ____.

A) transportation
B) finance
C) marketing
D) services

Question 27

Asset utilization is a very important aspect of

A) KPIs.
B) 3PL distribution facilities.
C) commercial distribution facilities.
D) private distribution facilities.

Question 28

Which is not a support function?

A) inventory control
B) safety,maintenance,and sanitation
C) information technology
D) movement and storage

Question 29

A firm would investigate external distribution services if

A) they want network flexabilty.
B) they do not feel that they have the core competency to operate a facility.
C) the product is too difficult to handle.
D) they do not own a warehouse.

Question 30

One of the network design issues is inventory positioning.Name both strategies,and discuss the advantages and disadvantages.

Question 31

The primary facility operations focus is

A) on the movement and storage of product.
B) inventory control and personnel issues.
C) making sure KPIs are fulfilled.
D) the WMS system.

Question 32

Fulfillment facilities help organizations overcome challenges,support other processes,and take advantage of economies of scale.Name the five roles,and define and discuss them.

Question 33

Name the five product handling functions and discuss each.

Question 34

Define and discuss distribution KPIs.

Question 35

Potential labor problems for distribution centers are because of

A) Low pay and long hours
B) Competition from nearby firms
C) The graying of America
D) Awareness of these job opportunities

Question 36

Distribution facilities can provide numerous services,depending on the requirements of the supply chain.Which does not belong?

A) assortment
B) accumulation
C) allocation
D) activity

Question 37

There are two options for product flow requirements of the supply chain.Name and discuss both,including any advantages and/or disadvantages?

Question 38

The primary tradeoffs and relationships include the following

A) Space vs.equipment
B) Equipment vs.people
C) People vs.space
D) All of these answers

Question 39

Certain raw materials can be stored

A) outside.
B) only in a 3PL facility.
C) upside down.
D) anywhere.

Question 40

Discuss in detail the various tradeoffs that affect distribution operations.

Question 41

Name the four internal measures,and select two to discuss.

Question 42

Define and discuss WMS.