CSCP CSCP Supply Chain Technology and Systems

Question 1

Which technology uses radio waves to automatically identify and track tags attached to objects throughout the supply chain?

Accepted Answer

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)

Answer

Barcode scanning

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EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)

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GPS tracking

Question 2

An Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system primarily helps supply chain professionals by:

Accepted Answer

Integrating business processes across departments into a single system

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Replacing all manual warehouse operations

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Eliminating the need for supplier relationships

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Automating customer service calls

Question 3

A Warehouse Management System (WMS) is best described as software that:

Accepted Answer

Controls and optimizes day-to-day warehouse operations

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Plans long-term strategic sourcing

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Manages supplier contract negotiations

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Forecasts end-consumer demand

Question 4

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) in supply chain primarily enables:

Accepted Answer

Structured electronic document exchange between trading partners

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Real-time visibility of in-transit shipments via satellite

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AI-based demand forecasting

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Automated payment processing through credit card networks

Question 5

Which supply chain technology creates an immutable, distributed ledger that enhances transparency and traceability across trading partners?

Accepted Answer

Blockchain

Answer

Transportation Management System (TMS)

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Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

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Advanced Planning and Scheduling (APS)

Question 6

A Transportation Management System (TMS) provides the most direct value by:

Accepted Answer

Optimizing freight routing, carrier selection, and shipment execution

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Managing shop-floor production schedules

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Tracking employee performance in warehouses

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Automating accounts payable reconciliation