CWLP Supply Chain Operations & Optimization 3

Question 1

Which concept describes the amplification of demand variability as orders move upstream in the supply chain?

Accepted Answer

Bullwhip effect

Answer

The bullwhip effect occurs when small fluctuations in end-customer demand cause increasingly large swings in upstream orders.

Question 2

Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment (CPFR) is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A joint process where trading partners share data to create aligned forecasts and replenishment plans

Answer

CPFR links retailers and suppliers through shared forecasts and replenishment plans to reduce inventory and improve service.

Question 3

Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) minimizes the sum of which two costs?

Accepted Answer

Ordering cost and carrying (holding) cost

Answer

EOQ balances the cost of placing orders (ordering cost) against the cost of holding inventory (carrying cost).

Question 4

A '3PL' provider differs from a '4PL' provider primarily in that the 4PL:

Accepted Answer

Manages multiple 3PLs and provides overall supply chain orchestration

Answer

A 4PL acts as a lead logistics provider, coordinating multiple 3PLs and other service providers on behalf of the client.

Question 5

Which KPI directly measures how efficiently a supply chain converts inventory investment into sales revenue?

Accepted Answer

Gross margin return on investment (GMROI)

Answer

GMROI measures gross profit generated per dollar of average inventory, reflecting inventory productivity.

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