International Trade and Service Quality Quiz
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What is the primary reason for implementing tariffs?

  • To simplify customs procedures
  • To increase government revenue
  • To encourage foreign investment
  • To protect local businesses (correct)

    • Which of the following is a characteristic of services?

  • Intangible (correct)
  • Infrequent
  • Tangible
  • Homogeneous

    • Which of the following is not a component of the global market assessment?

  • Economic Analysis
  • Environmental Analysis (correct)
  • Socio-cultural Analysis
  • Governmental Analysis

    • What happens when a country imports more than it exports?

    <p>Trade deficit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limits the amount of imported goods in a country?

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

    Which of the following best describes an embargo?

    <p>A prohibition on trade</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the highest possible return option for investment?

    <p>Direct investment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country is the U.S.'s top trading partner as of 2023?

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

    What is the Delivery Gap?

    <p>The difference between the firm's service standards and the actual service it provides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does a prolonged service failure resolution have on customer satisfaction?

    <p>It leads to increased customer irritation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a strategic alliance?

    <p>Collaborative relationships between independent firms without creating equity partnerships.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Gini Index measure?

    <p>GDP combined with the net income earned from investments abroad.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'culture' refer to in the context provided?

    <p>The shared meanings, beliefs, morals, values, and customs of a group of people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does GDP measure?

    <p>The yearly value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of sustainability KPIs?

    <p>They focus on greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key quality of data necessary for effective decision-making?

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

    What defines a perfect order in supply chain management?

    <p>An order where everything about the order is executed flawlessly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is OSHA concerned with?

    <p>Safety and health issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market focuses primarily on consumer and competitor relationships?

    <p>Free market</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of a KPI?

    <p>Unit cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'knowledge gap' in relation to customer expectations?

    <p>The difference between what customers expect and what the firm perceives those expectations to be</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary feature of a weighted point scorecard?

    <p>It provides weights for various performance categories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does power distance refer to in cultural dimensions?

    <p>The acceptance of social inequality as a norm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options best defines the concept of culture in a communal context?

    <p>The shared beliefs and values within a group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding the internal differences of countries?

    <p>To tailor strategies effectively to local contexts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does infrastructure impact a society's functionality?

    <p>It provides essential services and facilities for daily life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of actions are tariffs, quotas, and trade agreements considered to be?

    <p>Government interventions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant challenge faced when importing goods?

    <p>Inaccurate paperwork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy carries the highest risk when entering foreign markets?

    <p>Setting up a local operation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best characterizes a joint venture?

    <p>Creating a new entity between companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a low Gini Index indicate about income distribution?

    <p>Income is equally distributed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can companies effectively reduce the communication gap with customers?

    <p>By managing customer expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following aspects contributes to the zone of tolerance in service delivery?

    <p>The minimum to desired level of service</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of quotas in trade?

    <p>To limit the quantity of imports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT part of the global market assessment?

    <p>Environmental Analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does macro-influence typically refer to in a business context?

    <p>Broader socio-economic and political factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does GDP stand for in economic terms?

    <p>Gross Domestic Product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a key feature of sustainability KPIs?

    <p>They include metrics like waste from production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

    <p>To enforce safety and health regulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which measure defines a perfect order in supply chain management?

    <p>An order where everything about it goes right.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of supply chain, what does the order fill rate measure?

    <p>The number of orders that need to be filled compared to those that are filled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best reflects a characteristic of the free market?

    <p>Consumer and competitor relationships are central to market functioning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT considered a characteristic of effective metrics?

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

    Which of the following represents an intangible service?

    <p>Digital consulting services.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What components are essential for establishing a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?

    <p>Starting benchmark, target achievement, and time frame.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is considered a common sustainability KPI?

    <p>Greenhouse gas emissions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of using Foreign Trade Zones?

    <p>Avoidance of customs duties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is crucial for ensuring effective international shipping?

    <p>Proper management of a communication gap</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the 'zone of tolerance' in terms of service delivery?

    <p>The range between minimum and desired expectations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component does NOT need to be in equilibrium for stable pricing between countries?

    <p>Supply chain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common barrier faced when importing goods?

    <p>Complicated regulatory paperwork</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a high Gini Index indicate about a country's income distribution?

    <p>Income is significantly concentrated among the wealthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the concept of a 'delivery gap' specifically refer to?

    <p>Disparity between customer expectations and service received</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents the least risky strategy for entering foreign markets?

    <p>Exporting products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What primarily influences the amount of imported goods a country can accept?

    <p>Government-imposed quotas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of understanding culture within a market?

    <p>To navigate shared beliefs and values that influence consumer behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors does NOT contribute to the infrastructure requirements of a society?

    <p>Cultural norms and practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does power distance influence organizational structure in a business?

    <p>It affects the willingness to accept and act on hierarchical differences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of scorecard attempts to quantify the total cost of doing business with a supplier over time?

    <p>Cost-based Scorecards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a strategic alliance primarily characterized by?

    <p>An informal cooperation between firms without equity partnership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly describes internal differences in countries?

    <p>Different regions may have diverse economic conditions and cultural attitudes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a 100% order fill rate indicate?

    <p>All orders requested have been filled.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of effective metrics?

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

    What is measured by GDP?

    <p>The yearly value of all finished goods and services produced within a country's borders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the concept of productivity in relation to labor costs?

    <p>The output per unit of labor input.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a knowledge gap refer to?

    <p>The divergence between customer expectations and firm perception.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What legislation focuses on Safety and Health Issues?

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

    Which attribute is essential for determining whether services can be stored?

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

    What is the definition of a 'perfect order' in supply chain management?

    <p>An order that meets all specified criteria perfectly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key component of a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)?

    <p>Target achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of inventory management method would NOT be suitable for perishable services?

    <p>A reserve stockpile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Foreign Trade Zones

    • Aim to reduce customs duty.
    • Tariffs are implemented to protect local businesses.
    • Government regulations can cause issues during import processes.
    • Inaccurate paperwork leads to delays and cost increases.

    Trade Agreements & Influences

    • USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement) is a significant macro-influence.
    • Geopolitical issues impact trade.
    • Embargoes halt trade.
    • Incoterms define responsibility shifts between buyers and shippers during international transactions.
    • Joint ventures create new entities from the merging of two international companies.
    • Mexico is a top trading partner with the US (2023).

    Service Quality

    • Zones of tolerance determine acceptable arrival times.
    • Service-dominant companies (like doctor's offices) are increasing in the US.
    • Communication gaps between promised and received services can reduce customer satisfaction.
    • Service characteristics include: intangible, inseparable, heterogeneous, and perishable.
    • Delivery gaps emerge between actual service and service standards/policies.

    Global Market Assessment

    • Infrastructure, economic, governmental, socio-cultural factors impact trade.
    • Exchange rates influence global markets.
    • Globalization allows for the flow of goods and services across borders.
    • Local vs. global considerations are crucial.
    • Gini Index measures income distribution in a country.
    • A low Gini Index means more equal income distribution.
    • Population density affects market needs.
    • Factors like labor cost, productivity, skill level, and cost need to be considered.

    Performance Metrics & KPIs

    • GDP measures yearly value of a country's output.
    • Free markets focus on consumers and competition.
    • OSHA legislation addresses safety and health concerns.
    • KPIs for sustainability measure factors like greenhouse gas emission, energy, and waste.
    • Order fill rates indicate order fulfillment effectiveness.
    • Perfect order metrics assess overall order completion.
    • KPI components include accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
    • Sustainability KPIs are significant aspects that need to be measured.

    Business Practices

    • International trade and service delivery involves considering cultural factors such as Power Distance, Strategic Alliances, Language and other relevant cultural nuances.
    • Weighted point scorecards and cost-based scorecards are used to evaluate performance metrics in business operations.

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    Test your knowledge on foreign trade zones, trade agreements, and service quality in international contexts. This quiz covers key concepts such as tariffs, geopolitical impacts on trade, and the characteristics of service-dominant companies. Explore how these elements affect global commerce and customer satisfaction.

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