Question 1

Asset utilization is a very important aspect of

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

There are two options for product flow through the supply chain: direct shipments versus movement of goods through distribution facilities. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of both options.

Accepted Answer

The answer of There are two options for product flow...

Question 3

Discuss in detail the various tradeoffs that affect distribution operations.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss in detail the various tradeoffs that...

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Define and discuss distribution KPIs, focusing on customer-facing measures.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Define and discuss distribution KPIs, focusing on...

Question 7

Discuss inventory positioning, and the differences between centralized and decentralized inventory.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Discuss inventory positioning, and the differences between...

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The drawback of centralized inventory is:

Accepted Answer

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 extends lead times and results in higher transportation costs.

Question 10

Potential labor problems for distribution centers may be the result of

Accepted Answer

A)  low pay and long hours. 
B)  competition from nearby firms. 
C)  the graying of America. 
D)  awareness of these job opportunities.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Distribution facilities can provide numerous services, depending on the requirements of the supply chain. Which of these is not a typical service?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

Product handling functions include both receiving and shipping.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The roles of the distribution center include __________

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

Order accuracy and order completeness are the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

One of the primary tradeoffs at the facility level is space versus equipment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Cross-docks typically increase transportation costs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The primary facility operations focus is

Accepted Answer

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 19

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

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

A downside of direct shipping is

Accepted Answer

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 lend itself to this method.

Exam 11: Distribution-Managing Fulfillment Operations

Asset utilization is a very important aspect of

There are two options for product flow through the supply chain: direct shipments versus movement of goods through distribution facilities. Discuss advantages and disadvantages of both options.

Discuss in detail the various tradeoffs that affect distribution operations.

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

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

Define and discuss distribution KPIs, focusing on customer-facing measures.

Discuss inventory positioning, and the differences between centralized and decentralized inventory.

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

The drawback of centralized inventory is:

Potential labor problems for distribution centers may be the result of

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

Distribution facilities can provide numerous services, depending on the requirements of the supply chain. Which of these is not a typical service?

Product handling functions include both receiving and shipping.

The roles of the distribution center include __________

Order accuracy and order completeness are the same.

One of the primary tradeoffs at the facility level is space versus equipment.

Cross-docks typically increase transportation costs.

The primary facility operations focus is

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

A downside of direct shipping is