A computer in a warehouse prompts an operator to pick a list of the items associated with an order. After picking the items, the operator scans them. The computer reads the items to ensure that the correct items are picked and adjusts the inventory levels. Which of the following order tracking technology is used in this warehouse operation?
Stockyards are suitable for specific materials with which of the following characteristics? Select TWO that apply.
Toll Group has thousands of end-of-life IT assets that need to be disposed of. The senior manage-ment of Toll Group is largely concerned about sustainability in waste management, especially electronic waste. Before selecting a supplier to manage the process, the procurement team is required to assess the environmental risks regarding disposal of the assets. Risk assessment is basically based on the measurement of which factors?
1. Impact
2. Reward
3. Surveillance
4. Likelihood
Using consignment stocking with suppliers can assist with flexible warehousing when space is at a premium in the warehouse. Another advantage of using the consignment stocking approach is that …
In the Appendix A of a long-term supply contract of Bulk Drug Substance, both parties agree that "The reference price for Bulk Product at the specification, per gram, shall be US$10. The unit price for Bulk Product for a specific Purchase Order shall be computed by multiplying the above- specified reference price by two corrective factors, namely inflation correction factor and exchange rate correction factor". This pricing appendix is an example of...?
RFID uses radio frequencies for the purpose of identification and tracking of assets. Which of the following are disadvantages of using RFID? Select THREE that apply.
Your employers have expanded rapidly over the past five years and have acquired a number of smaller companies in the same industry. Unfortunately, all of the companies purchased have manual inventory systems. Your employer is setting up a computerised inventory control system and wishes to ensure that all stock is classified under the appropriate headings. Under what classification would semi-finished goods be classified?
A restaurant needs to buy a new freezer. The owner applies total cost of ownership model to calcu-late the life-time cost of the freezer. This equipment has a price tag of $1,000, the supplier can offer free delivery if the restaurant pays off immediately. Estimated electricity consumption of the freezer is $200 in 5 years. The supplier ascertains that the freezer is very durable, buyer doesn't need to care about maintenance costs. However, if the restaurant needs better protection from breakdowns, the warranty is free for the first 12 months after the purchase. This warranty package can be extended once for another 24-month period with the cost of $75. After 5 years, the buyer will be able to resell this freezer for $250. What would be the estimated total cost of ownership of this freezer if the restaurant owner buys the extended warranty package?
Which is the best definition of reorder point?
To improve the security of a warehouse, alarm systems are commonly used. Which of the following is an important part of these systems?