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Which level of supply chain decision-making primarily focuses on long-term planning and aligning the supply chain with the company's overall objectives?
Which level of supply chain decision-making primarily focuses on long-term planning and aligning the supply chain with the company's overall objectives?
- Strategic level (correct)
- Tactical Level
- Logistical level
- Operational level
At which level of supply chain decision-making are decisions made regarding sourcing and procurement?
At which level of supply chain decision-making are decisions made regarding sourcing and procurement?
- Strategic level
- Operational level
- Tactical level (correct)
- Executive level
Which of the following is an example of a decision made at the operational level of supply chain management?
Which of the following is an example of a decision made at the operational level of supply chain management?
- Daily and weekly forecasting for resource and capacity planning. (correct)
- Determining the company's long-term product offerings.
- Establishing the manufacturing process for a product.
- Benchmarking against competitors.
A company aims to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining product quality. At which decision level should this be addressed?
A company aims to reduce manufacturing costs while maintaining product quality. At which decision level should this be addressed?
A supply chain manager is tasked with ensuring that enough materials are available for production each week. Which level of decision-making does this fall under?
A supply chain manager is tasked with ensuring that enough materials are available for production each week. Which level of decision-making does this fall under?
A company is deciding whether to enter a new market with a new product line. Which level of supply chain decision-making is most relevant to this decision?
A company is deciding whether to enter a new market with a new product line. Which level of supply chain decision-making is most relevant to this decision?
Which of the following activities is LEAST likely to be performed at the tactical level of supply chain management?
Which of the following activities is LEAST likely to be performed at the tactical level of supply chain management?
A company's supply chain strategy aims to minimize risks and achieve the best value for customers. Which decision level aligns with this goal?
A company's supply chain strategy aims to minimize risks and achieve the best value for customers. Which decision level aligns with this goal?
A restaurant sources whole chickens, butchers them into various cuts, and then cooks and serves them to customers. At which point does the chicken transition from raw material to work-in-process inventory?
A restaurant sources whole chickens, butchers them into various cuts, and then cooks and serves them to customers. At which point does the chicken transition from raw material to work-in-process inventory?
A large hotel has 500 rooms. How would their 'service inventory' typically be measured?
A large hotel has 500 rooms. How would their 'service inventory' typically be measured?
Why is it crucial for hospitality businesses to maintain effective coordination among supply chain members?
Why is it crucial for hospitality businesses to maintain effective coordination among supply chain members?
Which of these actions is most essential for a hospitality business to ensure optimal supply chain efficiency?
Which of these actions is most essential for a hospitality business to ensure optimal supply chain efficiency?
What is the primary role of the purchasing department in a hospitality establishment?
What is the primary role of the purchasing department in a hospitality establishment?
A farm-to-table restaurant prides itself on using only locally sourced ingredients. Which type of inventory would not typically be a significant concern for them, compared to a restaurant using a broader range of suppliers?
A farm-to-table restaurant prides itself on using only locally sourced ingredients. Which type of inventory would not typically be a significant concern for them, compared to a restaurant using a broader range of suppliers?
A hotel decides to offer a package deal that includes a two-night stay, breakfast, and a spa treatment. How does this impact their service inventory calculation?
A hotel decides to offer a package deal that includes a two-night stay, breakfast, and a spa treatment. How does this impact their service inventory calculation?
Consider a scenario where a sudden frost damages a local farmer's fruit crop, a key supplier for a bakery. What supply chain management strategy would best mitigate the risk of inventory shortage for the bakery?
Consider a scenario where a sudden frost damages a local farmer's fruit crop, a key supplier for a bakery. What supply chain management strategy would best mitigate the risk of inventory shortage for the bakery?
A hospitality business frequently makes emergency purchases due to unexpected demand spikes. What is the MOST likely consequence of this practice?
A hospitality business frequently makes emergency purchases due to unexpected demand spikes. What is the MOST likely consequence of this practice?
A restaurant, anticipating a price increase, overstocks on a particular ingredient. What is the MOST likely negative outcome of this decision?
A restaurant, anticipating a price increase, overstocks on a particular ingredient. What is the MOST likely negative outcome of this decision?
What is the PRIMARY goal of supply chain management in the hospitality industry?
What is the PRIMARY goal of supply chain management in the hospitality industry?
How does the use of handwritten requests for materials IMPACT the purchasing department?
How does the use of handwritten requests for materials IMPACT the purchasing department?
Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates effective supply chain management in a hotel?
Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates effective supply chain management in a hotel?
A hospitality business is considering bulk purchasing to lower raw material costs. What is the MOST important factor they should consider BEFORE making this decision?
A hospitality business is considering bulk purchasing to lower raw material costs. What is the MOST important factor they should consider BEFORE making this decision?
What is the MOST direct benefit of efficient supply chain management in the hospitality sector?
What is the MOST direct benefit of efficient supply chain management in the hospitality sector?
How does supply chain management ensure the end product conforms to customer requirements?
How does supply chain management ensure the end product conforms to customer requirements?
Why is it challenging to minimize costs while maintaining service levels in a supply chain?
Why is it challenging to minimize costs while maintaining service levels in a supply chain?
What is the primary reason supply chain strategies cannot be determined in isolation?
What is the primary reason supply chain strategies cannot be determined in isolation?
What is the 'production meeting point' in the context of the development and supply chain intersection?
What is the 'production meeting point' in the context of the development and supply chain intersection?
In the context of supply chain management, what does 'lead time' refer to?
In the context of supply chain management, what does 'lead time' refer to?
Which of the following is an example of a conflicting objective within a supply chain?
Which of the following is an example of a conflicting objective within a supply chain?
What happens when tasks and responsibilities are clearly defined throughout the supply chain?
What happens when tasks and responsibilities are clearly defined throughout the supply chain?
How do the supply chain’s characteristics impact the product design strategy?
How do the supply chain’s characteristics impact the product design strategy?
What difficulty arises from the supply chain being a complex network of facilities over different locations?
What difficulty arises from the supply chain being a complex network of facilities over different locations?
How does increased customer purchasing power typically affect the supply chain?
How does increased customer purchasing power typically affect the supply chain?
Why is a 'one-size-fits-all' approach generally inappropriate for supply chain management?
Why is a 'one-size-fits-all' approach generally inappropriate for supply chain management?
In what ways does uncertainty manifest within a supply chain in the hospitality industry?
In what ways does uncertainty manifest within a supply chain in the hospitality industry?
What is the primary focus when designing and adjusting supply chains to address uncertainty?
What is the primary focus when designing and adjusting supply chains to address uncertainty?
What is a potential consequence of producers prioritizing long production runs in supply chain management?
What is a potential consequence of producers prioritizing long production runs in supply chain management?
Which factor contributes to the dynamic nature of a supply chain system?
Which factor contributes to the dynamic nature of a supply chain system?
A hospitality company is experiencing unpredictable fluctuations in demand due to seasonal tourism. What strategy would be MOST effective in mitigating the risks associated with this uncertainty?
A hospitality company is experiencing unpredictable fluctuations in demand due to seasonal tourism. What strategy would be MOST effective in mitigating the risks associated with this uncertainty?
What is the most accurate description of the challenges in forecasting within the hospitality supply chain?
What is the most accurate description of the challenges in forecasting within the hospitality supply chain?
A resort is evaluating two potential suppliers for linens. Supplier A offers a lower price per unit but has a history of inconsistent delivery times, which could lead to potential shortages. Supplier B has a higher price per unit but guarantees on-time delivery. Which of the following considerations BEST balances cost efficiency and operational reliability in this scenario?
A resort is evaluating two potential suppliers for linens. Supplier A offers a lower price per unit but has a history of inconsistent delivery times, which could lead to potential shortages. Supplier B has a higher price per unit but guarantees on-time delivery. Which of the following considerations BEST balances cost efficiency and operational reliability in this scenario?
A restaurant decides to implement a new inventory management system to reduce food waste. The system provides real-time data on ingredient levels and predicts demand based on historical sales data. Which of the following metrics would BEST indicate the system's effectiveness in minimizing waste?
A restaurant decides to implement a new inventory management system to reduce food waste. The system provides real-time data on ingredient levels and predicts demand based on historical sales data. Which of the following metrics would BEST indicate the system's effectiveness in minimizing waste?
A hotel chain is looking to improve its supply chain resilience against unexpected disruptions, such as natural disasters or supplier bankruptcies. Which strategy would BEST enhance the robustness of their supply chain?
A hotel chain is looking to improve its supply chain resilience against unexpected disruptions, such as natural disasters or supplier bankruptcies. Which strategy would BEST enhance the robustness of their supply chain?
A restaurant is considering sourcing organic produce from a local farm instead of their usual distributor. While the organic produce is more expensive, the restaurant anticipates that it will attract more health-conscious customers. Which factor poses the GREATEST risk to the restaurant if they switch to the local farm?
A restaurant is considering sourcing organic produce from a local farm instead of their usual distributor. While the organic produce is more expensive, the restaurant anticipates that it will attract more health-conscious customers. Which factor poses the GREATEST risk to the restaurant if they switch to the local farm?
A catering company uses a variety of perishable ingredients. Which inventory management technique would be MOST suitable for ensuring freshness and minimizing waste?
A catering company uses a variety of perishable ingredients. Which inventory management technique would be MOST suitable for ensuring freshness and minimizing waste?
Flashcards
Inventory
Inventory
Materials or goods maintained to support production or satisfy customer demand.
Raw Materials
Raw Materials
Components to be used in production; basic materials bought from suppliers.
Work-in-Process Inventories
Work-in-Process Inventories
Stocks of unfinished goods in production; raw materials being converted.
Finished Goods
Finished Goods
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Service Inventories
Service Inventories
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Supply Chain Cooperation
Supply Chain Cooperation
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Optimal Efficiency
Optimal Efficiency
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Purchasing Department
Purchasing Department
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Bulk Purchasing
Bulk Purchasing
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Material Ordering Costs
Material Ordering Costs
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Inventory Handling Costs
Inventory Handling Costs
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Emergency Purchases
Emergency Purchases
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Supply Management
Supply Management
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Supply Chain Management
Supply Chain Management
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Procurement
Procurement
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Supply Chain Aim
Supply Chain Aim
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Strategic Level Decisions
Strategic Level Decisions
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Tactical Level Decisions
Tactical Level Decisions
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Operational Level Decisions
Operational Level Decisions
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Product/Service Offering Decisions
Product/Service Offering Decisions
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Inventory Lifecycle Management
Inventory Lifecycle Management
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Market Trend Analysis
Market Trend Analysis
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Demand-Driven Purchasing
Demand-Driven Purchasing
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Short-Term Forecasting
Short-Term Forecasting
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Work-in-Process Inventory
Work-in-Process Inventory
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Commodities
Commodities
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Supply Chain Management in Hospitality
Supply Chain Management in Hospitality
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Development Chain Impact
Development Chain Impact
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Production Meeting Point
Production Meeting Point
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Supply Chain Complexity
Supply Chain Complexity
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Lead time
Lead time
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Optimization Challenges
Optimization Challenges
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Supplier Objectives
Supplier Objectives
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Role Clarity
Role Clarity
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Development Chain
Development Chain
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Dynamic Supply Chain
Dynamic Supply Chain
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Supply Chain Uncertainty
Supply Chain Uncertainty
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Varied Supply Chain Strategies
Varied Supply Chain Strategies
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Long Production Runs
Long Production Runs
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Impact of Customer Purchasing Power
Impact of Customer Purchasing Power
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Reducing Supply Chain Uncertainties
Reducing Supply Chain Uncertainties
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Hospitality Supply Chain Uncertainty
Hospitality Supply Chain Uncertainty
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Adapting Supply Chain Strategies
Adapting Supply Chain Strategies
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Study Notes
- Supply chain management encompasses conventional logistics and practices like marketing, manufacturing, finance, and customer support.
- Tourism and hospitality businesses have different processes before products are sold to consumers.
What is a Supply Chain?
- Supply chain involves procuring, producing, and delivering goods and services.
- Raw materials transform into sellable goods for customer delivery.
- Supply chains coordinate material, service, and information flow to maximize customer value and meet expectations.
The Hospitality Supply Chain
- The hospitality industry focuses on customer value at the lowest costs, improving supply chain management.
- An organization's performance depends on return on investment and profitability.
- Effective supply chain management gives hospitality businesses a competitive edge by improving quality, service and lowering costs.
- Restaurant supply chains source food from farmers/wholesalers, use transport providers, and turn raw materials into menu items.
- Restaurants require inventory management to optimize operations.
- Hotels source guest room amenities, furniture, and appliances.
- Supply chains vary in complexity depending on the products, their form, and supplier options.
Types of Inventories
- Inventory supports production or meets customer demand.
- Raw materials are basic components purchased from suppliers and converted into final products.
- Work-in-process inventories are unfinished goods in production, converted from raw materials.
- Finished goods are final products ready for sale, contributing to revenue.
- Service inventories indicate how much service a business can provide over time.
Proper Coordination
- Hospitality relies on supply chain members (suppliers, distributors, customers) and inventory usage.
- Proper coordination enables efficient utilization of limited resources.
- Businesses should select good suppliers, map distribution networks, and monitor inventory/employees for efficiency.
Challenges in the Hospitality Supply Chain
- Purchasing departments acquire needed goods, projecting sufficient stock to prevent shortages.
- Bulk purchasing reduces raw material costs; spoilage increases costs when materials aren't fully utilized.
- Handwritten requests increase material ordering costs by preventing the purchasing department from consolidating orders.
- Hospitality businesses sometimes stock excess materials to prepare for price fluctuations, which increases costs due to storage and spoilage.
- Emergency purchases, are costly due to urgent delivery and lack of bulk purchasing advantages.
Supply Chain Management
- Supply chain management includes procurement, production, and delivery.
- Sourcing raw materials, storing, producing, distributing finished goods included.
- Stakeholders impact cost and ensure the end product meets requirements, which in turn contributes to profitability.
- It aims for efficient processes across the system, considering customer service and value.
Levels of Decisions
- Maximizing customer value and competitive advantage requires understanding different decision levels.
- The strategic level involves long-term decisions, product/service offerings, inventory management, market trends, and corporate planning.
- Strategic decisions ensure every link in the supply chain delivers products, increasing profits.
- The tactical level involves short- and medium-term decisions, defining manufacturing processes.
- Tactical decisions focus on cost control, risk minimization, and maximizing customer value through sourcing, benchmarking, and purchasing choices.
- The operational level refers to daily processes, decision-making, and supply chain planning.
- Operational decisions align with strategic and tactical decisions, like forecasting and monitoring logistics.
- Organizations must be able to identify roles to align decisions with objectives.
Management Difficulties
- Supply chain strategies cannot be isolated because they are affected by the development chain.
- The development chain planning and production impacts supply chains.
- Efficient and cost-effective supply chains minimize costs and maintain service because it can be difficult because the supply chain is complex network.
- Supply chain complexity affects lead times so it can be difficult.
- Conflicting objectives between suppliers and producers impedes optimization because of performance measures.
- For example for the suppliers vs producers.
- Supply chains are dynamic systems that evolve with customer demand and supplier changes and market change.
- Uncertainty and risk are present because of the hospitality industry's demand variations and travel so focus is on adjusting these.
- A one-size-fits-all strategy is not useable since customer segments, channels, or products require different approaches.
- Understanding these difficulties allow organizations to adjust what is needed.
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