Quiz on the Role of Logistics in Supply Chain Management

What is the primary role of logistics in supply chain management?

• Calculating backorder delays and shipment costs

• Ensuring customer satisfaction

• Managing supplier relationships

• Trucking goods from one place to another

Which mode of transport is considered the best for domestic shipment in India?

• Road transport

• Sea transport

• Air transport

• Rail transport

What does order fulfillment involve?

• Packaging products for shipment

• Managing supplier contracts

• Accepting and processing customer orders

• Forecasting demand for products

Why is good packaging important in logistics?

• It speeds up order processing

• It enhances brand visibility

• It ensures product safety during transportation

• It reduces shipping costs

What is the purpose of warehouse management in logistics?

• To handle customer returns

• To forecast demand for products

• To ensure efficient last-mile delivery

• To manage supplier relationships

What is last-mile delivery?

• The management of inventory in warehouses

• The final step of delivering goods to customers

• The process of returning goods to suppliers

• The transportation of goods between warehouses

How does logistics contribute to return management?

• By forecasting demand for products

• By facilitating the return of goods from customers

• By reducing shipping costs

• By managing supplier contracts

What is demand forecasting in logistics?

• Predicting customer behavior and product demand

• Managing supplier relationships

• Calculating shipping costs

• Ensuring product safety during transportation

Who is credited with coining the term 'logistics' in the early 1980s?

• Henry Ford

• Keith Oliver

• Alexander the Great

• Peter Drucker

What is the focus of logistics within supply chain management?

• Retail distribution strategies

• Planning and sourcing materials

• Efficient and cost-effective delivery of goods

• Production and manufacturing processes