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Match the following terms with their definitions in supply chain management:
Match the following terms with their definitions in supply chain management:
Digitalization of Information = Converting analog information into a digital format Supply Chain Sustainability = Managing environmental, social, and economic impacts Internet of Things (IoT) = A network of physical objects embedded with sensors and software Collaborative Partnerships = Working together with suppliers and customers
Match the areas served by logistics with their descriptions:
Match the areas served by logistics with their descriptions:
Purchasing = Acquiring goods or services Transportation = Moving goods from one place to another Warehousing = Storing goods in a facility Inventory Control = Managing the quantity of goods in stock
Match the following IoT applications with their descriptions in supply chain management:
Match the following IoT applications with their descriptions in supply chain management:
Fleet Tracking = Monitoring the location and movement of vehicles Warehouse Management = Controlling and optimizing inventory storage Inventory Control = Managing and tracking inventory levels Environmental Monitoring = Tracking environmental conditions
Match the following benefits with the materials forecasting process in business inventory management:
Match the following benefits with the materials forecasting process in business inventory management:
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Match the goals of Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
Match the goals of Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
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Match the following terms with their effects on Supply Chain Management:
Match the following terms with their effects on Supply Chain Management:
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Match the steps in the exporting process with their descriptions:
Match the steps in the exporting process with their descriptions:
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Match the functions of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
Match the functions of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
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Match the following future impacts on SCM with their descriptions:
Match the following future impacts on SCM with their descriptions:
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Match the functions of Automation in Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
Match the functions of Automation in Supply Chain Management with their descriptions:
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Match the following flexible manufacturing and supply chain processes with their descriptions:
Match the following flexible manufacturing and supply chain processes with their descriptions:
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Match the steps in building a customized supply chain strategy with their descriptions:
Match the steps in building a customized supply chain strategy with their descriptions:
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Match the following benefits of Supply Chain Sustainability with their descriptions:
Match the following benefits of Supply Chain Sustainability with their descriptions:
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Match the aspects of supply chain management with their descriptions:
Match the aspects of supply chain management with their descriptions:
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Match the following terms with their applications in supply chain management:
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Match the components of supply chain management with their descriptions:
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Study Notes
Logistics Areas
- Logistics serves multiple areas: purchasing, transportation, warehousing, inventory control, forecasting, and customer services
Supply Chain Management
- Definition: management and oversight of a product from origin to consumption, involving flow of materials, finances, and information
- Goal: reduce inventory, increase transaction speed, and improve workflow, with the objective of maximizing profit
Exporting Process
- Developing an export strategy involves reviewing and understanding export and import regulations, preparing goods for shipping, completing export paperwork, and ensuring payment
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Automation in Supply Chain Management
- AI functions: demand forecasting, route optimization, inventory management, supplier selection and management, and risk management
- Automation functions: streamlining repetitive tasks, warehouse management, production scheduling, transportation management, and customer service
Supply Chain Customization
- Definition: tailoring supply chain processes to meet unique customer needs and preferences, involving product design, production, distribution, and customer service
- Building a customized strategy: segmentation, understanding customer needs, customization of products and services, flexible manufacturing and supply chain processes, dynamic inventory management, customized logistics and distribution, collaborative partnerships, and continuous improvement
Internet of Things (IoT) in Supply Chain Management
- Definition: network of physical objects with sensors, software, and technologies connected to the internet to exchange data
- Examples: warehouse management, fleet tracking, inventory control, technological and mechanical maintenance, and environmental monitoring
Digitization of Information
- Definition: converting analog information into digital format for storage, retrieval, and manipulation
- Effects on SCM: enhanced data accessibility, improved efficiency, real-time tracking, data analytics, and cost reduction
- Future impact: advanced automation, blockchain integration, IoT and connected devices, enhanced collaboration, and sustainability
Supply Chain Sustainability
- Definition: managing environmental, social, and economic impacts, and encouraging good governance practices, throughout the life cycles of goods and services
- Goal: creating, protecting, and growing long-term environmental, social, and economic value for all stakeholders
Materials Forecasting Process
- Benefits: optimized inventory levels, improved cash flow, enhanced customer satisfaction, and reduced waste and stockouts
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Description
This quiz covers the different areas of logistics, including purchasing, transportation, and warehousing, as well as the definition and goals of supply chain management.