Supply Chain Management Warehousing 2

Question 1

Which warehouse layout strategy places the fastest-moving SKUs closest to shipping docks?

Accepted Answer

Velocity-based slotting

Answer

Velocity-based slotting minimizes travel time by positioning high-turnover items near outbound docks.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of a deconsolidation point in a warehouse network?

Accepted Answer

To break bulk shipments into smaller individual orders

Answer

A deconsolidation point receives large inbound shipments and breaks them down into smaller quantities for local distribution.

Question 3

In a warehouse management system (WMS), what does 'wave picking' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Releasing and picking groups of orders simultaneously during scheduled time windows

Answer

Wave picking releases batches of orders at scheduled intervals, allowing coordinated picking and staging for outbound shipments.

Question 4

Which metric measures the percentage of customer orders shipped complete and on time?

Accepted Answer

Perfect order rate

Answer

Perfect order rate measures orders delivered complete, on time, damage-free, and with accurate documentation.

Question 5

What is a bonded warehouse primarily used for?

Accepted Answer

Holding imported goods before customs duties are paid

Answer

A bonded warehouse holds imported goods under customs control, allowing duties to be deferred until goods are released.

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