CWLP Technology Systems 2

Question 1

Which EDI transaction set is used to transmit an Advance Ship Notice (ASN) from a supplier to a retailer?

Accepted Answer

EDI 856

Answer

EDI 856 is the standard transaction set for the Advance Ship Notice, providing detailed shipment contents before arrival.

Question 2

In a warehouse management system, a 'license plate' typically refers to:

Accepted Answer

A unique ID assigned to a handling unit or pallet

Answer

A license plate (LP or SSCC) is a unique identifier assigned to a handling unit such as a pallet, enabling tracking of its entire contents as one entity.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a Transportation Management System (TMS)?

Accepted Answer

Planning, executing, and optimizing freight movements

Answer

A TMS is designed to plan and optimize the physical movement of goods, manage carriers, and track shipments in transit.

Question 4

Which technology enables real-time, two-way communication between warehouse devices and a host WMS without requiring manual data uploads?

Accepted Answer

Radio Frequency (RF) communication

Answer

RF communication allows handheld scanners and mobile devices to send and receive data from the WMS in real time over a wireless network.

Question 5

A 'pick-to-light' system directs warehouse associates using:

Accepted Answer

Illuminated displays mounted on shelving

Answer

Pick-to-light systems use LED displays at each storage location to indicate the item and quantity to be picked, reducing errors and increasing speed.

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

(CWLP) Certified Warehouse and Logistics Professional Practice Test

CWLP Technology Systems 2