Warehouse Principles Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a general warehouse?

• To store goods for a short period

• To protect goods until they are needed

• To handle returned goods

• To assemble products for delivery

Which type of warehouse is owned and operated by government agencies?

• Government warehouse

• Public warehouse

• Co-operative warehouse

• Private warehouse

What is a key role of warehouses in supply chains?

• Marketing goods

• Inventory holding point

• Manufacturing products

• Retailing products

What does cross-docking involve?

• Assembling products before shipping

• Sorting goods into different categories

• Directly transferring goods from incoming to outgoing vehicles

• Storing goods for long periods

Which of the following is NOT a type of warehouse mentioned?

• Automated warehouse

• Bonded warehouse

• Private warehouse

• Public warehouse

What is a consolidation center used for?

• To bring together multiple product lines for delivery

• To handle returned goods

• To assemble products

• To store goods for long periods

Which of the following is a strategic issue affecting warehousing?

• Employee training

• Market/industry trends

• Sales forecasting

• Product design

What is the main focus of lean supply chain strategies?

• Flexibility and responsiveness

• Minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency

• Increasing inventory levels

• Enhancing customer service

What are fixed costs in warehousing?

• Costs that vary with activity levels

• Expenses that remain constant regardless of activity levels

• Costs related to inventory handling

• Transportation expenses

What is the purpose of order picking in warehouse operations?

• To sort goods for dispatch

• To retrieve goods in the correct quantity for customer orders

• To store goods in reserve

• To receive incoming goods