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CIPS L6M10 - Global Logistics Strategy

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Total 197 questions

A multinational corporation is considering expanding its operations to low-wage economies in developing countries to reduce labor costs and gain access to proprietary knowledge. Which of the following best describes this strategy?

A.

Pursuit of cost efficiency in the supply chain

B.

Global consolidation of transportation

C.

Centralized distribution centers

D.

Environmental and safety standards compliance

A company is experiencing an increase in customer orders for a particular product, which exceeds the forecasted demand. What stage within the supply chain network activities is most relevant for addressing this situation?

A.

Preparation

B.

Shipment

C.

Delivery

D.

Finalisation

What are potential causes of transportation and/or pipeline breakdowns? (Select all that apply)

A.

Currency fluctuations

B.

Law & disputes

C.

Corruption

D.

Natural disasters

E.

Weather events

What does the consideration of "health and safety for the movement of hazardous material" and "security where a product is of high value and low weight" fall under in the selection of a suitable mode of transport?

A.

Operational factors

B.

Transport mode characteristics

C.

Cost and service requirements

D.

Consignment factors

A procurement professional is tasked with optimizing logistics processes for an organization where extended transportation pipelines are causing concerns about product obsolescence and increased inventory holding costs. What strategy might the procurement professional consider?

A.

Increasing transportation costs to expedite product delivery

B.

Purchasing inventory from high-wage economies

C.

Reducing the transportation pipeline length by sourcing products locally

D.

Expanding the organization's capital equipment capacity

ABC company operates in the global supply chain and wants to manage price and currency fluctuations effectively. Which surcharge could help them account for difficulties in navigating poor infrastructure, backlogs, and delays in transportation?

A.

Peak season surcharge

B.

Bunker adjustment factor

C.

War risk surcharge

D.

Currency adjustment factor

What is the primary focus of managing transportation in the context of global logistics?

A.

Minimizing transportation costs

B.

Directly contacting customers or end users during transportation

C.

Creating opportunities for improving operational systems

D.

Maximizing the value of transportation assets

How has the nature of competition in today's globalized markets evolved?

A.

Competition is supply chain versus supply chain, rather than company versus company

B.

Competition is limited to domestic markets

C.

Competition is now primarily between companies within the same industry

D.

Competition is no longer a significant factor in global markets

When selecting a location for logistics and supply chain operations, what are the key factors that an organization must consider? (Select all that apply)

A.

Proximity to transportation hubs

B.

Laws and regulations related to climate change

C.

Access to energy supply

D.

Environmental impact

E.

Number of retail points

What is the primary purpose of adopting a strategy of "localisation" in global logistics?

A.

Reducing transportation costs

B.

Increasing product availability in foreign markets

C.

Expanding the organization's capital equipment capacity

D.

Adapting products and processes to suit target locations