Question 1

The primary benefits of low product complexity include all of the following except:&#10;A)Increased revenue&#10;B)Improved product quality and reliability&#10;C)Improved product development&#10;D)Decreased sales support cost

Accepted Answer

Low product complexity may not necessarily result in increased revenue. However, it may lead to improved product quality and reliability, improved product development, and decreased sales support costs.

Question 2

When searching for a supply chain management professional,hiring executives should expect that candidates meet all the desired criteria.

Accepted Answer

While it is important for candidates to meet the desired criteria, it is unlikely that any single candidate will have every single desired qualification. It is important for hiring executives to prioritize the most important criteria and be willing to compromise on less important qualifications.

Question 3

Which of the following are not environmental initiatives being used by firms in their supply chains&#10;A)Reduced packaging&#10;B)Product recycling after useful life&#10;C)Waste electrical and electronic equipment&#10;D)Supply chain redesign to minimize carbon

Accepted Answer

"Waste electrical and electronic equipment" does not refer to an environmental initiative being used by firms in their supply chains, but rather is a type of waste that needs to be properly disposed of to avoid harmful environmental impact. A, B, and D are all examples of environmental initiatives being used by firms in their supply chains.

Question 4

Employees who are being groomed for supply chain managerial positions should not be in rotation programs that are developed and controlled by a single leader.

Accepted Answer

Employees in rotation programs should be exposed to a variety of leaders and leadership styles to develop a well-rounded skill set for future managerial positions in supply chain management. Being in a program controlled by a single leader may limit their exposure and development opportunities.

Deck 14: Supply Chain Trends