CSCP Supply Chain Design Strategy 3

Question 1

The SCOR model's 'Plan' process includes which of the following activities?

Accepted Answer

Balancing supply and demand and establishing sourcing, production, and delivery plans

Answer

The SCOR Plan process covers demand/supply balancing and the establishment of integrated operational plans.

Question 2

A company with a make-to-stock (MTS) strategy primarily uses which input to drive production?

Accepted Answer

Demand forecasts

Answer

MTS production is triggered by demand forecasts rather than actual customer orders.

Question 3

Which supply chain design approach is most suitable when customer segments have significantly different service requirements?

Accepted Answer

Segmented supply chain with tailored strategies per segment

Answer

Segmented supply chains tailor cost and service levels to the distinct needs of each customer group.

Question 4

Total landed cost analysis in supply chain design includes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Purchase price, transportation, duties, insurance, and handling costs

Answer

Total landed cost captures all costs incurred to get a product to its destination, including duties and handling.

Question 5

A company moves from a decentralized inventory model to a centralized one. The most likely outcome is:

Accepted Answer

Lower total inventory through risk pooling

Answer

Centralization leverages risk pooling, which reduces total safety stock needed across the network.

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