CLA Logistics Technology & Information Systems 2

Question 1

Blockchain technology in supply chain management is valued primarily for providing:

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An immutable, shared ledger that enhances traceability and trust across trading partners

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Faster warehouse picking through automated guidance

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Lower carrier freight rates through transparent bidding

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Real-time demand forecasting using machine learning

Question 2

The Internet of Things (IoT) in logistics most commonly enables organizations to:

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Collect real-time data from connected sensors on assets, vehicles, and products

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Replace human pickers with fully automated robots

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Process customer payments faster at delivery

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Standardize EDI document formats across industries

Question 3

A vendor-managed inventory (VMI) system uses technology to allow:

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Suppliers to monitor customer inventory levels and trigger replenishment automatically

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Customers to approve every supplier shipment before it is sent

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Third-party logistics providers to own customer inventory

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Warehouse systems to generate purchase orders without human review

Question 4

Which type of analytics uses historical data and statistical models to identify what will likely happen in the future?

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Predictive analytics

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Descriptive analytics

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Prescriptive analytics

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Diagnostic analytics

Question 5

A control tower in supply chain technology provides:

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End-to-end visibility and exception management across all supply chain tiers in a single dashboard

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Automated order picking instructions for warehouse staff

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Freight invoice auditing and payment processing

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Customs clearance documentation for international shipments

Question 6

Cloud-based logistics software offers which key advantage over traditional on-premise systems?

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Lower upfront costs and scalability without managing local hardware infrastructure

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Higher data security due to internal server control

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Faster processing speeds for warehouse robotics

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Elimination of integration requirements with other systems