Logistics Technology & Compliance Flashcards
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Which blockchain application in logistics provides an immutable record of product provenance from origin to consumer?
Answer: Distributed ledger for supply chain traceability
A distributed ledger creates tamper-proof records of every custody transfer, enabling end-to-end product provenance and recall readiness.
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which logistics scenario creates the most significant wage compliance risk?
Answer: Misclassifying warehouse workers as independent contractors to avoid overtime
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors is a major FLSA violation that exposes companies to back wages, overtime penalties, and benefits liability.
A company implements a Transportation Management System (TMS). Which integration is essential for automated freight audit and payment?
Answer: Integration with carrier rate engines and ERP accounts payable
TMS-to-carrier rate engine and ERP AP integration enables automated matching of freight invoices to contracted rates, eliminating manual audit steps.
What does the term 'landed cost' refer to in international logistics technology platforms?
Answer: Total cost of a product including purchase price, freight, duties, and insurance
Landed cost is the all-in total cost of an imported product including price, international freight, insurance, customs duties, and fees.
Which compliance framework specifically governs the security of cardholder data processed during logistics payment transactions?
Answer: PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)
PCI DSS governs the security requirements for any organization that stores, processes, or transmits payment card data, including logistics billing systems.
A logistics company wants to use predictive analytics to reduce equipment downtime. Which data source is most critical for this application?
Answer: IoT telematics data from vehicles and equipment sensors
IoT telematics generate real-time equipment health data (temperature, vibration, engine hours) that machine learning models use to predict maintenance needs.
What is the primary purpose of the AES (Automated Export System) filing requirement managed by the U.S. Census Bureau?
Answer: To collect export trade data and enforce export control laws
AES/AES Direct filings collect official U.S. export trade statistics and enforce Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and ITAR controls.