Physical Inventory Count (PIC) in WFP

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What is the purpose of the Physical Inventory Count (PIC) at WFP?

  • To identify discrepancies in the LESS system
  • To check the accuracy of the stack cards
  • To monitor the monthly stock prices
  • To count and track all food commodities managed by WFP (correct)

Why is it important to reconcile physical inventory with stack cards and LESS?

  • To establish monthly stock prices
  • To ensure accurate inventory records (correct)
  • To calculate warehouse operational costs
  • To identify the responsible person for discrepancies

What happens if discrepancies between physical inventory and records are not justified?

  • Stocks are disposed of immediately
  • The discrepancies are ignored
  • The warehouse operations are suspended
  • The responsible person is liable for the commodity value (correct)

In the context of PIC, what does reconciling count balances with stock cards involve?

<p>Comparing physical counts with recorded quantities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is updating the inventory position in stack cards and LESS immediately emphasized?

<p>To maintain an accurate inventory position (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers a stock adjustment in BOTH Materials Management (MM) and Finance Module (FM)?

<p>Clearing the physical count differences by the HoL in the system (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often should a full physical stock inventory exercise with reconciliation be undertaken?

<p>Quarterly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for preparing the NFR that includes recognized discrepancies?

<p>Logistics Assistant (Less Focal Point) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the objectives of warehouse and inventory management?

<p>Maintaining accurate inventory records (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the Head of Logistics sign the final physical inventory report?

<p>Upon completion of the reconciliation activities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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