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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?

A.

Global positioning system

B.

Bar coding system

C.

Electronic data interchange

D.

Enterprise resource planning

Stockyards are suitable for specific materials with which of the following characteristics? Select TWO that apply.

A.

Equipment only suited for inside storage

B.

Equipment with a long delivery lead time

C.

Items that are bulky and individually packed

D.

Small equipment that is of relatively low value

E.

Equipment that requires larger specialised handling

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

A.

1 and 4 only

B.

2 and 4 only

C.

2 and 3 only

D.

1 and 3 only

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 …

A.

the goods do not have to be paid for until the customer uses them

B.

the goods are not produced until the customer places a purchase order

C.

inventory management is easier as the stock belongs to the supplier

D.

it increases the amount of stock that needs to be held by the customer

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...?

A.

Discounted pricing

B.

Fixed pricing

C.

Volume-based pricing

D.

Adjustable pricing

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.

A.

RFID can be too expensive for many applications as compared to other tracking and identification methods

B.

RFID is a restriction in managing the updates of stocks during the transportation of products

C.

Interference has been observed to take place in RFID systems when devices such as hand-held, portable, two-way radios are in use

D.

RFID provides a much less robust type of security as compared to other forms of scanning system

E.

It is difficult for an RFID reader to read the information where tags are installed in liquid or metal products

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.

Indirect inventories

B.

Direct inventories

C.

Acquisition costs

D.

Material costs

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?

A.

$1,025

B.

$1,200

C.

$1,275

D.

$1,525

Which is the best definition of reorder point?

A.

The point at which stock will fall to zero minus lead-time

B.

The point when one unit of stock remains in stock

C.

The point when stock reaches zero

D.

The level inventory at which an order must be made

To improve the security of a warehouse, alarm systems are commonly used. Which of the following is an important part of these systems?

A.

Sensors

B.

Fencing

C.

CCTV

D.

Lighting