Warehousing

What is the primary purpose of warehousing in supply chain management?

• To manufacture goods

• To store goods before distribution or sale

• To transport goods to customers

• To eliminate the need for inventory

Which type of warehouse is owned and operated by companies for their internal storage needs?

• Public Warehouse

• Private Warehouse

• Bonded Warehouse

• Cooperative Warehouse

What is a key characteristic of a bonded warehouse?

• It is only used for storing agricultural produce

• It stores imported goods before customs duties are paid

• It is managed by cooperative societies

• It provides cold storage facilities

Flipkart’s warehouses, which focus on quick order fulfillment and distribution, fall under which category?

• Public Warehouse

• Bonded Warehouse

• Distribution Center

• Cold Storage Warehouse

What is the main function of cold storage warehouses?

• To store high-value goods securely

• To store perishable goods at controlled temperatures

• To facilitate order picking and packing

• To automate inventory management

Which type of warehouse uses AI and robotics for faster processing and order fulfillment?

• Public Warehouse

• Automated Warehouse

• Bonded Warehouse

• Cooperative Warehouse

How do warehouses contribute to risk reduction?

• By ensuring faster transportation of goods

• By providing protection against theft, damage, and obsolescence

• By reducing labor dependency

• By eliminating the need for distribution centers

Which of the following is an example of a value-added service provided by warehouses?

• Transportation of goods

• Quality checks and repackaging

• Storage of finished goods

• Inventory holding

What is a major cost component in warehousing?

• Employee benefits

• Marketing expenses

• Rental/Lease costs

• Product design costs

How do dark stores function in modern warehousing?

• They operate as retail showrooms for premium customers

• They serve as fulfillment centers for online grocery and quick commerce deliveries

• They store hazardous goods for specialized industries

• They are warehouses used exclusively by government agencies