When data is ___________ it is portable and readable by multiple information systems.
-Optimal
-Transferable
-Usable
-Accurate correct answers Transferable
From a differentiation standpoint, technology can help an organization define supplier and
customer segments, understand the cost to serve them, and prioritize service execution so that
critical groups receive appropriate attention.
-True
-False correct answers True
Which supply chain technology capability captures customer requirements, prioritizes them, and
recommend alternatives to ensure product velocity aligns with customer needs.
-Speed to market
-Differentiation
-Adaptability
-Optimization correct answers Speed to market
Supply chain planning correct answers This suit sits on top of a transactional system to provide
decision support, what-if scenario analysis capabilities and
Supply chain execution correct answers This software facilitates improved performance of day-
to-day operating tasks from the time a purchase order for
Supply chain event management correct answers In the event of a supply chain disruption, this
software triggers corrective actions based on predefined work flow rules
Business intelligence correct answers These tools extract data from management systems across
the supply chain to a data warehouse where it is
Mobile phones and tablets offer little value for supply chain operations and real-time event
management.
-True
-False correct answers False
To create a clear view of the flow of products, information, and services across the supply chain.,
companies should develop a supply chain wide technology strategy that supports multiple levels
of decision making.
, -True
-False correct answers True
How is Amazon using Kiva technology to improve warehouse performance?
-RFID tags help order pickers find product in the warehouse
-Robots manage product storage and flows
-Order fulfillment activities are fully automated
-Labor is eliminated in a Kiva based warehouse correct answers Robots manage product storage
and flows
According to the Episode 9 article, what type of software is NOT widely used by supply chain
professionals?
-Transportation management
-Distributed order management
-Warehouse management
-Enterprise resource planning correct answers Distributed order management
According to the Episode 9 reading, what company dominates sales of SCM software?
-Oracle
-IBM
-Microsoft
-SAP correct answers SAP
Which global supply chain channel focuses on the selection of modes, carriers, and routes?
-Visibility channel
-Distribution channel
-Communication channel
-Transaction channel correct answers Distribution channel
According to a study by Stanford University, cross border trade processes can involve up to 106
steps. What problem does this cause?
-Greater in-transit visibility
-Higher order fill rates
-Lower inventory carrying costs
-Opportunities for freight delays correct answers Opportunities for freight delays
What type of risk is created by the inability to maintain real-time control over a complex network
of suppliers and carriers?
-In-transit damage risks
-Inventory carrying cost risks