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What is the primary focus of Green Logistics?

Enhancing customer service
Reducing transportation costs
Minimizing environmental impact (correct)
Increasing delivery speed

What does RORO typically refer to in logistics?

Rate of Returns Overridden
Return on Resources Optimized
Route Optimization and Real-time Operations
Roll-on/Roll-off (correct)

Which of the following is a potential drawback of logistics outsourcing?

Access to specialized expertise
Reduced operational costs
Loss of control (correct)
Increased flexibility

What is the main objective of mission-based costing?

Aligning costs with strategic goals (C) Signup and view all the answers

What type of infrastructure project is the Golden Quadrilateral?

A highway network (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which activity is a focus of green logistics?

Reducing carbon emissions (C) Signup and view all the answers

In RORO, what is being rolled on and off?

Cargo (C) Signup and view all the answers

What risk is associated with outsourcing logistics?

Data security issues (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of mission-based costing?

Improved resource alignment (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Golden Quadrilateral primarily used for?

Facilitating trade (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Green Logistics

Minimizing environmental impact through sustainable practices in logistics.

RORO (Roll-on/Roll-off)

A method of transporting wheeled cargo, like cars or trucks, rolled on and off a vessel.

Drawbacks of Logistics Outsourcing

Potential issues like loss of control, dependency, and communication barriers when delegating logistics functions.

Mission based costing

A costing approach where expenses are allocated based on specific project requirements.

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Golden Quadrilateral

A highway network connecting India's major cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, and Kolkata.