CWLP Lean Operations 2

Question 1

Which lean tool uses a visual card system to signal replenishment and control work-in-progress inventory?

Accepted Answer

Kanban

Answer

Kanban uses physical or digital cards to authorize production or movement of materials, pulling inventory only when needed.

Question 2

In lean warehousing, 'heijunka' refers to:

Accepted Answer

Leveling production volume and mix over time

Answer

Heijunka is the practice of leveling the type and quantity of production over a fixed period to reduce unevenness (mura).

Question 3

A warehouse notices workers walking long distances to retrieve tools. Which of the 8 wastes does this represent?

Accepted Answer

Motion

Answer

Unnecessary motion of people—such as excessive walking or reaching—is classified as the motion waste in lean thinking.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a 'gemba walk' in a lean warehouse?

Accepted Answer

Observing actual work conditions at the point of activity

Answer

A gemba walk involves leaders going to the actual workplace to observe processes, identify waste, and engage with frontline workers.

Question 5

Which metric measures the ratio of value-added time to total lead time in a process?

Accepted Answer

Process Cycle Efficiency (PCE)

Answer

Process Cycle Efficiency equals value-added time divided by total lead time, revealing how much time is truly productive.

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test