Supply Chain Management Quiz

What is the primary focus of Supply Chain Management (SCM)?

• Increasing employee satisfaction

• Improving customer service

• Monitoring and optimizing production and distribution

• Enhancing marketing strategies

Which of the following is NOT one of the five phases of SCM?

• Planning

• Sourcing

• Marketing

• Returns

What benefit does effective SCM provide to companies?

• Increased employee turnover

• Higher operational costs

• Faster product delivery

• Reduced customer satisfaction

How can good SCM help prevent product recalls?

• By ensuring quality control

• By increasing production speed

• By reducing marketing efforts

• By enhancing customer service

What is a key benefit of effective hotel supply chain management?

• Increased waste

• Cost savings

• Higher employee costs

• Decreased guest satisfaction

Which model is best for companies that sell products based on the latest trends?

• Continuous Flow Model

• Traditional Model

• Fast Chain Model

• Flexible Model

What role does technology play in SCM?

• It complicates communication

• It increases paperwork

• It automates manual processes

• It reduces efficiency

What is one way technology improves communication in SCM?

• By eliminating contracts

• By providing real-time insights

• By increasing email volume

• By reducing the number of suppliers

What does a well-designed supply chain network help identify?

• Inefficient marketing strategies

• Customer service complaints

• Cost-effective sourcing options

• Employee performance issues

What is a benefit of an internet-enabled supply chain?

• Increased paperwork

• E-Procurement

• Slower response times

• Higher operational costs