Procurement Management

Which of the following best describes the role of technology in logistics?

• Slows down operations

• Reduces visibility

• Enhances efficiency and coordination

• Increases manual effort

Information Technology in logistics mainly deals with:

• Fuel management

• Physical warehousing

• Data processing and communication

• Manual tracking

Operational Technology refers to:

• AI algorithms

• Spreadsheet tools

• Physical hardware used in logistics

• Email communication

Identify two barriers to the widespread application of RFID

• Challenge of reducing the number of product entry and exit points in facilities

• Installation of RFID readers –

• Height of pallet racking locations in large capacity warehouses

• Technical challenges associated with manufacturing RFID tags

What significant change has taken place with drivers' log books?

• Introduction of electronic log books –

• Log books must be updated twice a day

• Not requirement to keep log books when driving EV trucks

• Farm workers operating crop harvesters must keep log books

What are the two areas of technology applications?

• Firmware

• Hardware

• Software

• Shareware

What technology helps logistics companies track shipments in real time?

• Blockchain

• RFID

• GPS

• Fax

Which technology is commonly used for automated identification?

• Email

• GPS

• RFID

• ERP

One major benefit of Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is:

• Slower communication

• Enhanced manual records

• Real-time data exchange

• Physical document handling

What is a key barrier to RFID implementation?

• Easy integration

• Low cost

• High cost

• Standardization