Oracle 1z0-1163-1 - Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications SCM Foundations Associate - Rel 1

Inventory Management in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM ensures optimal inventory levels by tracking stock movement, availability, and replenishment needs across warehouses and supply chains. It monitors quantities on hand, in transit, and on order, using real-time data to prevent overstocking or stockouts. For instance, if a product’s stock drops below a reorder point, the system triggers a replenishment alert. Option A is incorrect—reducing supplier costs is a procurement goal, not Inventory Management’s focus, which is stock optimization. Option B is wrong as it manages warehouse stock, not just supplier shipments. This function balances inventory costs with service levels, supporting efficient operations and customer satisfaction by ensuring products are available when needed without tying up excess capital.

The Order Promising process in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM, specifically through the Global Order Promising (GOP) module, aims to provide accurate and reliable order commitment dates by analyzing real-time supply and demand data. This process evaluates factors such as current inventory levels, production schedules, supplier lead times, and transportation constraints to determine feasible delivery dates for customer orders. It ensures businesses can promise delivery dates that align with actual capabilities, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational reliability. Option A is incorrect because Order Promising is not limited to direct-to-customer deliveries—it applies to all order types, including B2B and internal transfers. Option B is also wrong as it overpromises "same-day shipping," which is not guaranteed by Oracle Fusion SCM; instead, the system focuses on realistic commitments based on constraints. For example, if a customer orders a product with limited stock and a two-day production lead time, Order Promising calculates the earliest possible delivery date rather than assuming immediate shipment. This precision reduces overpromising and underdelivering, a common issue in manual systems.

Supplier Qualification Management (D)assesses and approves suppliers based on compliance (e.g., regulatory standards) and performance criteria (e.g., delivery reliability). For example, it might evaluate a supplier’s 95% on-time delivery rate and ISO certification before approval. Option A (Cost Accounting) tracks costs, not supplier quality. Option B (Supplier Portal) facilitatescommunication, not qualification. Option C (Manufacturing Execution) manages production, not supplier vetting. This feature ensures reliable, high-quality suppliers, reducing supply chain risks and enhancing procurement outcomes.

TheProduction Order to Cost Update OMBP (D)in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM focuses on providing accurate cost calculations by capturing and updating costs associated with production orders—materials, labor, and overhead—enabling better decision-making. For instance, if producing 100 units costs $1,000 (e.g., $500 materials, $300 labor, $200 overhead), this process ensures the total is reflected accurately, allowing managers to adjust pricing or reduce costs. Option A is misleading—while cost updates occur, the primary purpose is accuracy, not immediate financial gains, which are an outcome. Option B is incorrect—customer relationship management is unrelated to production costing. Option C overstates automation; human oversight is still required, and the focus is on cost, not process automation. Accurate cost data supports profitability analysis, budgeting, and strategic planning, making it a critical link between manufacturing and financial management.

Supply Chain Collaboration (B)in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM is designed to facilitate real-time communication between suppliers and buyers through tools like the Supplier Portal and collaboration workspaces. This process enables sharing of critical information—such as order statuses, inventory levels, and delivery schedules—instantly, fostering transparency and responsiveness. For example, a buyer can notify a supplier of an urgent order change, and the supplier can confirm availability within minutes, reducing delays. Option A (Supplier Qualification) focuses on evaluating supplier eligibility, not ongoing communication. Option C (Cost Accounting) tracks financial data, unrelated to supplier-buyer interaction. Option D (Manufacturing Execution) manages shop floor activities, not external collaboration. Supply Chain Collaboration ensures a synchronized supply chain, mitigating risks like stockouts or misaligned expectations by keeping all parties informed in real time.

TheAvailable to Promise (ATP) process (A)in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM calculates the quantity of products available to commit to new customer orders by analyzing current inventory levels and supply constraints, such as production capacity, supplier lead times, and existing order commitments. For example, if a warehouse has 200 units of a product with 50 already promised, ATP indicates 150 units are available, ensuring accurate delivery promises. This real-time calculation prevents overpromising and aligns customer expectations with operational reality. Option B is incorrect—ATP does not guarantee immediate shipment but provides feasible timelines based on availability, not an unrealistic universal promise. Option C is false—demand forecasting complements ATP by informing supply planning; it doesn’t eliminate it. Option D is irrelevant—supplier payments are managed by financial modules, not ATP, which focuses on inventory and supply. By ensuring reliable commitments, ATP enhances customer satisfaction, reduces order cancellations, and optimizes resource use across the supply chain.

The Demand Forecast to Supply Plan OMBP in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM bridges demand forecasting with supply planning, and its effectiveness is best measured by Demand Fulfillment—the percentage of demand met on time and in full. This metric evaluates how well the supply plan, derived from forecasts, satisfies actual customer orders. For example, if a forecast predicts 500 units and the supply plan delivers 480 units on time, the fulfillment rate is 96%. Option A (Lead Time Variability) assesses supplier performance, not the forecast-to-plan process. Option B (Supplier Service Quality) focuses on supplier reliability, a separate concern. Option C (Supply Chain Flexibility) measures adaptability, not direct fulfillment success. Demand Fulfillment ties directly to the OMBP’s goal of aligning supply with demand, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency while minimizing excess inventory or stockouts.

Cost Rollup (C)in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM calculates the total cost of a product by aggregating material, labor, and overhead expenses across production stages. For instance, a widget might cost $10 total—$5 materials, $3 labor, $2 overhead—rolled up from raw inputs to finished goods. Option A is false—Cost Rollup enhances, not eliminates, cost accounting by providing detailed data. Option B is incorrect—it includes all cost components, not just labor. Option D is wrong—costs fluctuate with market conditions; Rollup reflects current values. This function ensures accurate pricing, profitability analysis, and cost control, critical for financial decision-making and competitive strategy.

Receipt Accounting (D)in Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM records the receipt of goods and services, generating accounting entries that reflect these transactions for financial reporting and cost tracking. When a shipment of 500 units arrives, Receipt Accounting logs the event, assigns costs (e.g., $5,000), and creates entries like "Inventory Debit" and "Accounts Payable Credit," ensuring financial accuracy. Option A is incorrect—timely invoice payment is a downstream accounts payable process, not Receipt Accounting’s role. Option B is false—contract validation occurs in procurement, not here. Option C is wrong—Receipt Accounting feeds into Cost Accounting, enhancing, not eliminating it. This function ensures compliance with accounting standards, provides visibility into goods received, and supports accurate financial statements, bridging physical and financial supply chain activities.