Which of the following best explains the 'partially integrated logistics structure'?
A) Production planning and physical distribution report to the logistics manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports to another senior manager.
B) Purchasing reports directly to the logistics manager at a more senior level than production planning and physical distribution.
C) Production planning and physical distribution report to the logistics manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports also to the logistics manager.
D) Production planning and physical distribution report to the finance manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports to another senior manager.

Question

Which of the following best explains the 'partially integrated logistics structure'? 
A) Production planning and physical distribution report to the logistics manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports to another senior manager. 
B) Purchasing reports directly to the logistics manager at a more senior level than production planning and physical distribution. 
C) Production planning and physical distribution report to the logistics manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports also to the logistics manager. 
D) Production planning and physical distribution report to the finance manager, whereas the purchasing manager reports to another senior manager.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In a partially integrated logistics structure, not all logistics-related functions report to the logistics manager. Choice A illustrates this by showing that while production planning and physical distribution are under the logistics manager, purchasing is managed separately, indicating a partial integration of logistics functions.

Which of the Following Best Explains the 'Partially Integrated Logistics