Amazon Logistics Quiz

What is the main focus of Amazon's fulfillment system?

• Automation through manual processes

• Cost reduction through inefficiency

• Speed through simplicity

• Simplicity through complexity

What percentage of sales in the US are fulfilled directly by the seller on Amazon?

• 50%

• 100%

• 25%

• 75%

What is the size limit for items categorized as 'small sortable' in Amazon's fulfillment centers?

• 12 by 16 by 6 inches

• 20 by 24 by 10 inches

• 10 by 14 by 5 inches

• 15 by 18 by 8 inches

What is the name of the robot used by Amazon in their fulfillment centers to assist with picking items?

• Kiva

• PickMaster

• Rover

• Botzilla

What is the primary advantage of using robots like Kiva in Amazon's fulfillment process?

• Lower electricity costs

• Improved employee satisfaction

• Reduced shelf space

• Increased picking efficiency

What is the main reason for segmenting fulfillment centers into 'large sortable' and 'large non-sortable' categories?

• Cost savings on smaller items

• Difficulty in automating larger items

• Employee preference

• Space optimization

What is the primary goal of Amazon's predictive modeling for stocking items in fulfillment centers?

• To reduce shipping costs

• To increase employee productivity

• To place items closest to potential buyers

• To maximize shelf space utilization

What is the main advantage of Amazon's air transportation strategy compared to UPS and FedEx?

• More time for delivery

• Overnight delivery

• Lower shipping rates

• Faster aircraft

What is the primary reason for Amazon using USPS for last-mile delivery in less populous areas?

• Low delivery rates

• Extensive coverage

• Advanced tracking system

• Faster delivery times

What percentage of Amazon's packages are believed to be delivered by UPS?

• 50%

• 30%

• 20%

• 40%