Question 1

After a company chooses the modules they want to implement,they must decide on ____ options,which allow the customer to customize the modules to fit their business to some extent.
A)settings
B)configuration
C)flexible
D)tandem

Accepted Answer

Configuration options allow the customer to customize the modules to fit their business to some extent. Settings refer to predetermined options that cannot be changed, while flexible and tandem do not accurately describe the type of options needed for customization.

Question 2

A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________ architecture.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________...

Question 3

Which of the following is a benefit to running an ERP system?
A)Global integration
B)Elimination of updating and repairing multiple systems
C)Capability to manage operations,not just monitor them
D)All of the above are benefits

Accepted Answer

All of the above options are benefits to running an ERP system. With ERP, organizations can achieve global integration, eliminate the need of updating and repairing multiple systems, and have the capability to manage operations, not just monitor them.

Question 4

Which of the following module in SAP is a set of tools that can automate the activities in SAP ERP?
A)Workflow
B)Controlling
C)Financial Accounting
D)Project System

Accepted Answer

Workflow is the module in SAP that provides tools for automating activities in SAP ERP. The other modules listed (Controlling, Financial Accounting, and Project System) do not specifically address automation of activities.

Question 5

____________________ means that the capacity of a piece of equipment can be increased by adding new hardware.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ means that the capacity of a...

Question 6

As part of the ______ process,a company can define any number of tolerance groups with a range of limits,and can then assign employees to these tolerance groups.

Figure 2-6 A customization example: tolerance groups to set transaction limits
A)manufacturing
B)development
C)configuration
D)programming

Accepted Answer

The process mentioned in the statement refers to configuring the system's tolerance groups to setting transaction limits. Therefore, the best choice is C, configuration.

Question 7

An ERP system for a large company will cost ____,including software,training,and implementation.
A)$100-500 million
B)$1-5 million
C)$1-5 billion
D)$50,000-$500,000

Accepted Answer

ERP systems for large companies are complex and require significant investment in software, training, and implementation, often costing between $100 million and $500 million.

Question 8

The ______ module helps the company manage fixed-asset purchases (plant and machinery)and related depreciation.
A)Plant Maintenance
B)Asset Management
C)Materials Management
D)Product Planning

Accepted Answer

The Asset Management module helps in managing fixed-asset purchases and related depreciation. The Plant Maintenance module deals with maintenance-related activities for plants and machinery, Materials Management module handles procurement and inventory management, and the Product Planning module helps in planning and managing the production process.

Question 9

____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of standard business documents.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of...

Question 10

The software that holds that data in an organized fashion,and that allows for the easy retrieval of data,is the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The software that holds that data in...

Question 11

____________________ software allows a plant manager to plan production and raw materials requirements by working backward from the sales forecast.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ software allows a plant manager to...

Question 12

The prediction of future sales is the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The prediction of future sales is the...

Question 13

SAP's internal programming language is called:
A)R/3
B)C++
C)Visual Basic
D)ABAP

Accepted Answer

SAP's internal programming language is called ABAP (Advanced Business Application Programming).

Question 14

____________________ states that the number of transistors on a computer chip doubles every 24 months.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ states that the number of transistors...

Question 15

When top management is queried on the reasons for implementing ERP systems,the overriding answer is ____.
A)cost saving
B)control
C)increased profitability
D)inventory management

Accepted Answer

Control is the most common reason cited by top management for implementing ERP systems. ERP systems allow for greater visibility and coordination across different departments and business functions, giving management more control over operations. While cost savings, increased profitability, and inventory management may also be benefits of ERP systems, they are typically secondary to the desire for improved control.

Question 16

Which R/3 module records transactions in the general ledger?
A)CO
B)WF
C)FI
D)PS

Accepted Answer

The FI module (Financial Accounting) is responsible for recording all financial transactions in the general ledger.

Question 17

In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to develop add-on software products that can be integrated with existing software.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to...

Question 18

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are usually caused by:
A)software problems
B)people problems
C)hardware problems
D)configuration problems

Accepted Answer

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are usually caused by people problems such as resistance to change, inadequate user training, poor communication and collaboration among stakeholders, and lack of leadership support. While software, hardware, and configuration problems can also contribute to difficulties in implementing ERP systems, they are often secondary or indirect effects of underlying people problems.

Question 19

Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________....

Question 20

One assessment of a project's value is calculated by the:
A)DVT
B)PMT
C)ROI
D)PPT

Accepted Answer

ROI (Return on Investment) is a common way of evaluating the profitability or effectiveness of an investment or project. It measures the amount of return earned on an investment relative to the cost of the investment. DVT (Discounted Cash Flow Valuation), PMT (Payment), and PPT (Project Planning Tool) are methods and tools for financial analysis and project management, but they do not directly calculate the value or profitability of a project like ROI does.

Quiz 2: The Development of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems

After a company chooses the modules they want to implement,they must decide on ____ options,which allow the customer to customize the modules to fit their business to some extent.

A central-local computer arrangement is called ____________________ architecture.

Which of the following is a benefit to running an ERP system?

Which of the following module in SAP is a set of tools that can automate the activities in SAP ERP?

____________________ means that the capacity of a piece of equipment can be increased by adding new hardware.

As part of the ______ process,a company can define any number of tolerance groups with a range of limits,and can then assign employees to these tolerance groups. Figure 2-6 A customization example: tolerance groups to set transaction limits

An ERP system for a large company will cost ____,including software,training,and implementation.

The ______ module helps the company manage fixed-asset purchases (plant and machinery) and related depreciation.

____________________ is the direct computer-to-computer exchange of standard business documents.

The software that holds that data in an organized fashion,and that allows for the easy retrieval of data,is the ____________________.

____________________ software allows a plant manager to plan production and raw materials requirements by working backward from the sales forecast.

The prediction of future sales is the ____________________.

SAP's internal programming language is called:

____________________ states that the number of transistors on a computer chip doubles every 24 months.

When top management is queried on the reasons for implementing ERP systems,the overriding answer is ____.

Which R/3 module records transactions in the general ledger?

In ____________________,third-party software companies are encouraged to develop add-on software products that can be integrated with existing software.

Bumpy rollouts of ERP systems are usually caused by:

Originially,in English,SAP was an acronym for ____________________.

One assessment of a project's value is calculated by the: