#1
What is Integrated Logistics?
A system of managing and coordinating all aspects of logistics within a single organization
ExplanationHolistic management of logistics within one organization.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a key component of Integrated Logistics?
Sales and Marketing
ExplanationExclusion of sales and marketing from essential components.
#3
What is the role of technology in Integrated Logistics?
To streamline operations and enhance efficiency
ExplanationTechnology's role is to optimize and make logistics operations more efficient.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of Integrated Logistics?
Increased inventory levels
ExplanationIntegrated Logistics does not aim for increased inventory levels.
#5
What is the primary objective of supply chain integration?
To improve coordination and collaboration
ExplanationEnhancing coordination and collaboration is the main goal of supply chain integration.
#6
Which of the following is NOT a potential challenge in implementing Integrated Logistics?
Increased efficiency
ExplanationIncreased efficiency is not a challenge but a desired outcome.
#7
What is the primary objective of Performance Measurement in logistics?
To enhance overall performance
ExplanationPerformance measurement aims to improve overall logistics efficiency.
#8
Which of the following is NOT a commonly used performance metric in logistics?
Employee absenteeism rate
ExplanationEmployee absenteeism rate is not a standard logistics performance metric.
#9
What is the concept of 'total landed cost' in logistics?
The cost of a product plus all associated costs of procurement and transportation
ExplanationTotal cost including procurement and transportation costs.
#10
Which of the following is a key characteristic of a performance measurement system in logistics?
Consistency
ExplanationConsistency is a crucial characteristic of a logistics performance measurement system.
#11
What is the role of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in logistics?
To provide insight into performance
ExplanationKPIs offer insights into logistics performance.
#12
Which of the following is NOT a dimension typically measured in logistics performance?
Color
ExplanationColor is not a dimension commonly measured in logistics performance.
#13
What does the acronym KPI stand for in the context of logistics?
Key Performance Indicator
ExplanationKPIs are Key Performance Indicators used to gauge logistics performance.
#14
What is the concept of 'perfect order' in logistics?
An order that is error-free, delivered on time, and complete
ExplanationPerfect order is error-free, on-time, and complete delivery.
#15
What is the role of benchmarking in logistics performance measurement?
To compare performance against industry peers
ExplanationBenchmarking compares performance with industry peers in logistics.
#16
What is the role of collaboration in sustainable logistics?
To foster partnerships for shared resources and knowledge
ExplanationCollaboration promotes shared resources and knowledge for sustainable logistics.
#17
What is the concept of 'resilience' in logistics?
The ability to adapt and recover quickly from disruptions
ExplanationResilience is the ability to recover swiftly from disruptions in logistics.