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What key aspect does the integrated supply chain networks concept emphasize?

  • The flow of only goods
  • The flow of goods, finance, and information (correct)
  • The ownership of all components by a single company
  • The reduction of costs in individual companies

    • Which element is NOT considered a component of a supply chain network?

  • The assembler of the product
  • The manufacturer of the product
  • The consumer's personal computer (correct)
  • The retail outlet selling the product

    • How did Henry Ford’s assembly line contribute to supply chain management?

  • It discouraged the use of technology in production.
  • It eliminated the need for collaboration among companies.
  • It allowed all manufacturing to be done under one roof.
  • It introduced the principle of dividing labor into specialized tasks. (correct)

    • What has the quality, cost, and usability of products been shown to be influenced by?

    <p>The supply chain network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the early days of supply chains, how were the companies in the supply chain typically structured?

    <p>Owned by a single company</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of introducing the concept of supply chain networks?

    <p>To streamline processes and improve efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the nature of supply chain networks?

    <p>Dynamic systems with interconnected processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three sub networks of the integrated supply chain?

    <p>Demand network, supply network, service network</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function is involved in acquiring raw materials and components?

    <p>Procurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary activity of the manufacturing function?

    <p>Production processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the finance supply chain, how does money flow from consumers to suppliers?

    <p>Paid to the retailers first, then back to suppliers after 3-6 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT part of the supply sub network?

    <p>Retailers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three flows integrated in a well-designed supply chain network?

    <p>Material flow, information flow, and finance flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which players are typically involved in the supply chain network?

    <p>Suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and service providers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason the finance flow is considered the most important in a supply chain?

    <p>Without financial transactions, goods cannot move.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do banks play a role in the supply chain?

    <p>By handling financial transactions and insurance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function does the logistics network serve in the supply chain?

    <p>Provide streamlined material flow between partners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the hubs in the supply chain network primarily responsible for?

    <p>Facilitating transportation and logistics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can serve as service providers within the supply chain?

    <p>Logistics providers like truck owners or shipping companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the information flow play in the supply chain?

    <p>It ensures that companies communicate efficiently with each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant benefit of integrating these three flows within a supply chain?

    <p>Streamlining operations and reducing costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is secure communication important in the supply chain?

    <p>To ensure trust and reliability among partners</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the starting point of the farm to fork food supply chain in emerging markets?

    <p>Farmers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a domestic supply chain?

    <p>All companies are situated within one country</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do third-party logistics players have in a global supply chain?

    <p>Transporting materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of the food supply chain in emerging markets?

    <p>It is fragmented and influenced by various factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does horizontal globalization involve?

    <p>Replication of business activities across countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a global supply chain network, where are the retail operations primarily located?

    <p>USA and Europe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a primary function of distribution centers in the supply chain?

    <p>Storing and delivering goods to retailers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'plow to plate' supply chain primarily concerned with?

    <p>Farmers producing goods and their delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of a global supply chain, which factor contributes to material movement?

    <p>Logistics companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the finance flow in a supply chain network?

    <p>To ensure that financial transactions occur, enabling movement of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the three important flows in a supply chain network?

    <p>Goods flow, information flow, and finance flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do suppliers and manufacturers in a supply chain network typically interact?

    <p>Through contractual relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity is responsible for the flow of customized products in the supply chain?

    <p>Retailers to customers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the information flow in a supply chain network encompass?

    <p>Exchanges through various communication methods like fax and internet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the companies involved in a supply chain network?

    <p>They operate as independent organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which flow is considered the most important in a supply chain network and why?

    <p>Finance flow, because it enables movement of goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect differentiates a supply chain network from typical social networks?

    <p>It consists of independent organizations rather than individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of flow in a supply chain network?

    <p>Data flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge is presented by the global separation of organizations in a supply chain?

    <p>It necessitates the use of various cultural understandings</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Global Supply Chain Management

    • Lecture 01: Introduction to Global Supply Chain Networks (Part 1)
    • Instructor: Prof. N. Viswanadham
    • Department: Computer Science and Automation
    • Institute: Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore

    Introduction to Global Supply Chain Networks

    • Supply chains are networks of companies
    • Companies contribute to product design, manufacturing, and delivery of products to consumers
    • Product components may be sourced, assembled, and distributed globally
    • Supply and network coordination is important
    • Current supply chains involve numerous companies across multiple countries
    • The Henry Ford assembly line, initiated in 1913, is a precursor to modern supply chain management

    Supply Chain Networks: What are they?

    • Behind every product is a complex supply chain with multiple companies
    • Early supply chains were often owned by a single company (e.g. Henry Ford)
    • Now, supply chains involve various companies across different countries for product design, manufacturing, and delivery

    Supply Chain Network Examples

    • E-retailers, such as Lenovo, have supply chains to fulfil customer online orders
    • The supply chain network is dynamic and can handle different order types (built-to-order, assembled-to-order, and ready-made)
    • The plow-to-plate (agricultural) supply chain involves farmers, distribution centers, and retailers

    Multi-Tier Supply Chain Networks

    • Manufacturers use raw materials from many suppliers
    • The supply chain has several tiers (levels)
    • Problems in one tier can affect the entire network.

    Integrated Supply Chain Networks

    • Networks include flows of goods, finance, and information
    • There are three flows: Material, Information, and Financial
    • Material flows from suppliers throughout the chain to customers
    • Information flows between partners
    • Finance flows among companies which often involve banks and financial institutions

    Supply Chain Sub-networks

    • Demand network, involves manufacturing, distribution, retail, logistics, and finance.
    • Supply network, involves suppliers, manufacturers, inbound logistics, financial institutions, and freight forwarders.
    • Service network, involves suppliers, manufacturers, and after-sales service centers.

    Important Business Processes in Supply Chains

    • Procurement: Identifying vendors, procuring materials and components, scheduling delivery, managing inventory
    • Manufacturing: Manufacturing/producing the product
    • Distribution and retail: Moving and storing the product to customers

    Six Dominant Supply Network Players

    • Suppliers
    • Logistics players (B2B and B2C)
    • Contract manufacturers
    • Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs)
    • Distributors
    • Retailers

    Best Practices in Supply Chain Networks

    • Supply hubs
    • Modularization
    • Standardization
    • Cross-docking
    • Postponement
    • Merge-in-transit
    • Collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment (CPFR)

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    Test your knowledge on integrated supply chain networks and their key components. This quiz covers essential concepts, historical contributions, and the structural evolution of supply chains. Assess your understanding of the roles, functions, and influence of supply networks in modern management.

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