Assignment: 1

Instructions:

 Number of Questions: 20
 Maximum Marks: 20
 Each question carries 1 Mark.
 All questions are compulsory.
 Attempts: 1

1
Lead time and order cycle time are the same as which factor?
customer service time
Supply chain flow
Logistical clockage
Replenishment time
2
Air freight is costly, but its speed may create savings because of which component?:
the extensive availability of airports
lower inventory.
getting to store shelves before water carriers
lower costs created by FIFO
3
what is the other name of TOFC?
piggyback
total fleet command
tri-optic float
carrier
one-way dispatching
4
Which of the following is the least likely decision to be made by Operations Managers?
Selecting the location and layout of a facility
Deciding which market areas to manufacture products for
How much capacity is required to balance demand
Designing and improving the jobs of the workforce
5
Which function typically employs more people than any other functional area?
Information System
Operations
Marketing
Finance
6
Which of the following is not a stage within a typical supply chain?
Customers
Retailers
Wholesalers/Distributors
Manufacturers
7
How is Re-ordering level is calculated?
Minimum consumption rate x Maximum re-order period
Maximum consumption rate x Minimum re-order period
Minimum consumption rate x Minimum re-order period
Maximum consumption rate x Maximum re-order period
8
who are the key players in any transportation that takes place within a supply chain?
The shipper and the receiver
The shipper and the supplier
The shipper and the manufacturer
The shipper and the carrier.
9
which are the two key interfunctional supply chain participants for interfacing logistics function?
Human Resources and IT
Accounting and Engineering
Marketing and Engineering
Suppliers and Customers
10
Pricing interacts with a supply chain in many ways. For instance, transportation rate structures are
adjusted by the carrier and based on which factors?:
cost to unload
the size of the shipment
local currency rates
the logistics costs concept
11
Examples of third-party logistics providers are?
FedEx and Rosenau Transport
Sentinel Self-Storage and UPS
FedEx and UPS
UPS and Metro Van Lines
12
Rail has the largest shipping capacity compared to all other modes of transport. Which is that other
modeof transport?
pipeline
air carrier
water carrier
motor carrier
13
Which of the following is not a typical supply chain member ?
Retailer's creditor
wholesaler
reseller
producer
14
A supply chain is essentially a sequence of linked:
customer and prospects
supplier and manufacturer
suppliers and customers
warehousing and wholesaling unit
15
A full pallet size has the highest percentage of orders.
True
False
16
Operating cost varies directly and widely with product pricing and sales volume
True
False
17
Benchmarking is the process of improving performance by continuously identifying, understanding,
and adapting outstanding practices found only inside the organization.
True
False
18
A Supply Chain includes the chain of entities involved in the planning,procurement,production
and ------------- of products and services
Distribution
Supply
Demand
Transport
19
 Intermediaries play an important role in matching ________.
supply and demand
dealer with customer
manufacturer to product
information and promotion
20
The sequence of a typical manufacturing supply chain is __________
Storage–Supplier–manufacturing–storage–distributor–retailer–customer
Supplier–Storage-manufacturing–storage–distributor–retailer–customer
Supplier–Storage-manufacturing– distributor–storage–retailer–
customer
Supplier–Storage-manufacturing–storage– retailer–distributor–
customer

Assignment: 2

Instructions:

 Assignment 2 is based on the following text/paragraph of case study/situational exercise etc.

You first need to read this text and then answer the following MCMR i.e. Multiple choice
multiple response questions.
 Number of Questions: 5
 Each question carries 2 Mark
 All Five Questions are Mandatory.
 Attempts: 1

XYZ Electronics, a leading manufacturer of consumer electronics, recognized the need to revamp its distribution
strategy to address challenges in its fragmented and inefficient distribution network. Facing issues of limited
market reach, inventory management complexities, and operational inefficiencies, XYZ Electronics undertook a
strategic approach to optimize its channels of distribution. This involved consolidating distribution channels,
adopting advanced technology for inventory management, expanding market reach through online retailers and
e-commerce platforms, and prioritizing customer satisfaction through personalized shopping experiences and
multiple delivery options. The implementation of these initiatives resulted in significant benefits for XYZ
Electronics, including improved operational efficiency, expanded market presence, enhanced customer satisfaction,
and sustainable growth. Streamlining distribution channels and leveraging technology led to reduced distribution
costs, faster delivery times, and improved inventory availability. Diversifying distribution channels enabled XYZ
Electronics to penetrate new markets and increase market share, while personalized shopping experiences and
convenient delivery options strengthened customer loyalty. Overall, the optimized distribution strategy positioned
XYZ Electronics for sustainable growth, allowing the company to adapt to evolving market dynamics and customer p

2 What challenges did XYZ Electronics face before revamping its distribution strategy?

Limited market reach

Inefficient distribution network
Inventory management complexities
 Operational efficiencies

3 Which initiatives were part of XYZ Electronics' strategy to optimize its channels of distribution?

Consolidation of distribution channels

Adoption of advanced technology for inventory management
Expansion of market reach through online retailers
Reducing investment in e-commerce platforms

4 What benefits did XYZ Electronics achieve through its optimized distribution strategy?

Increased operational costs

Expanded market presence
Increased customer satisfaction
Increase in market share

5 How did XYZ Electronics enhance customer satisfaction through its distribution strategy?

By offering limited delivery options

By providing personalized shopping experiences
By increasing lead times for delivery
By increasing inventory availability

6 How did XYZ Electronics leverage technology in its distribution strategy optimization?

By implementing a robust inventory management system

By reducing investment in e-commerce platforms
By giving access to real-time data on stock levels
By avoiding the use of advanced technology altogether