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Supply Chain & Logistics in Manufacturing Flashcards

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  1. What is 'safety stock' in inventory management?

    Answer: Extra inventory held as a buffer against unexpected demand spikes or supply delays

    Safety stock is buffer inventory maintained to prevent stockouts caused by demand variability or supplier lead time uncertainty.

  2. In digital manufacturing supply chains, what is a Kanban system used for?

    Answer: To signal when inventory needs to be replenished by using visual cues or digital triggers

    Kanban uses visual or digital signals (cards, bins, alerts) to trigger replenishment of materials only when they are consumed, supporting pull-based production.

  3. Which of the following best describes 'supplier qualification' in a manufacturing supply chain?

    Answer: The process of evaluating and approving suppliers based on quality, capability, and reliability criteria

    Supplier qualification assesses whether a supplier can consistently meet quality, delivery, and regulatory requirements before being approved for production use.

  4. What is 'vertical integration' in the context of a manufacturing supply chain?

    Answer: When a company controls multiple stages of its supply chain, from raw materials to finished goods

    Vertical integration means a manufacturer owns or controls upstream suppliers and/or downstream distributors, reducing dependency on external parties.

  5. What does 'vendor-managed inventory' (VMI) mean in digital manufacturing?

    Answer: The supplier monitors and replenishes the customer's inventory based on agreed-upon levels and data sharing

    In VMI, the supplier takes responsibility for maintaining agreed stock levels at the customer's location, using shared demand and inventory data.

  6. Which US regulatory requirement significantly impacts supply chain traceability in industries like aerospace and medical devices?

    Answer: AS9100 / FDA 21 CFR Part 820 traceability requirements

    AS9100 (aerospace) and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 (medical devices) mandate comprehensive traceability of components and materials through the supply chain.