Question 1
Which of the following indicators is most appropriate to use as a measure of supply chain utilization?
Question 2
The transportation manager at a consumer goods manufacturer has decided to begin shipping full truckload rather than less-than-truckload quantities. Which of the following outcomes is likely following implementation of this decision?
Question 3
Managing supply chain risks includes which of the following activities?
Question 4
A company produces and distributes a family of soft drinks in a single country. It has developed and will introduce a new family of soft drinks for weight- and health-conscious individuals. There currently are no competitors with nationwide distribution for this category of soft drinks. Which of the following supply chain strategies would be most appropriate for the two product families?
Question 5
Throughout most of the supply chain, safety stock will be de-emphasized as a result of improved: