SCM test 2
The concept of Distributive Negotiations refers to both sides working together to create a "win-win" result or positive outcome for both parties
False
All of the following are included in the eight wastes EXCEPT?
overspending
ISO 14000 is a widely accepted quality certification standard
False
The sourcing strategies including; maintaining safety and/or strategic stocks, developing contingency plans, strengthening relationships, and searching for alternatives, are appropriate for which item category?
Bottleneck items
Which Statistical Tool of Six Sigma is used to determine the frequency of specific problems?
Check Sheet
What is the term that is often used for the acquisition of services?
Contracting
The Profit-Leverage Effect states that a decrease in purchasing expenditures will directly decrease profit
False
Benefits derived from implementing an e-procurement system include all of the following EXCEPT:
Decentralizing Purchasing
An outsourcing program can result in all of the following positive outcomes, except?
Decreased need for supplier management
The best supplier candidates for Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) include all of the following EXCEPT?
Developmental suppliers that need to make improvements
A purchase order is legally binding once issued by the buyer
False
Award-winning suppliers serve as role models for other suppliers and may, therefore, be exempt from audits and certification programs
False
The purchasing function is one of the most value-enhancing functions in any organization, and therefore, it is not necessary to periodically monitor the purchasing function's performance against a set of standards or industry benchmarks
False
While paperless transactions are now possible through e-procurement and Web-based services, these would NOT be considered sustainable business practices.
False
Benefits of implementing an effective supplier certification program include all of the following EXCEPT?
Increasing the supplier base
The keys to developing successful supplier partnerships include all of the following EXCEPT?
Individualized Objectives
LEAN manufacturing emphasizes all of the following EXCEPT?
Large batch sizes
Which Manufacturing Strategy provides the shortest/fastest customer delivery?
MTS
What company originated the concept of Six Sigma?
Motorola
Which of the following is NOT one of the primary goals of Purchasing?
Optimize customer satisfaction
Which quality expert is credited with the concept that 'quality is free; defects are costly'
Philip Crosby
The process commonly utilized in continuous improvement is known as?
Plan, Do, Check, Act
Managing a company's external resources in ways that support the long-term goals of the company can be referred to as?
Strategic sourcing
An organization's process for evaluating the quality systems of key suppliers in an effort to eliminate incoming inspections can be referred to as?
Supplier Certification
Which of the following would be a good reason to outsource (buy) versus make an item?
The company lacks the technology or expertise to produce an item
The sum of all costs associated with every activity in the supply chain of a product, is referred to as?
Total Cost of Ownership
"Rationalizing the supplier base" typically means that the company is trying to reduce the number of suppliers in its supplier network.
True
A Supplier Code of Conduct is intended to inform suppliers of ethical sourcing expectations and is typically a condition for becoming an approved supplier.
True
An effective supplier recognition program may provide motivation, improve loyalty, encourage suppliers to adapt to the company's culture, create entry barriers for competitors, and encourage suppliers to participate in product innovation.
True
Duties, taxes, or customs imposed by the host country for imported or exported goods, are known as Tariffs
True
Outsourcing allows a firm to concentrate on core capabilities and reduce staffing levels
True
Pain and Gain Share contract provisions are associated with supplier rewards and recognition program
True
Successful supplier relationships involve equal decision-making control between both the buyer and the supplier.
True
The primary design objective of a LEAN layout is to reduce wasted movements of workers and/or materials.
True
Which of the following terms refers to an act that creates the greatest good for the greatest number of people?
Utilitarianism
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
VmI stands for vendor managed inventory
Which one of the following is among the most important elements of the LEAN manufacturing philosophy?
Waste reduction and value enhancement
LEAN production is an operating philosophy or mindset that attempts to minimize the impact of supply variability and flaws in forecasting through the use of safety stock inventories.
false
Which one of the following is NOT a quality tool of Six Sigma?
hysterical charts
