Question

The systems approach to optimize OPSCM is to sub-optimize some or all of the processes from resources to delivery of finished products & services so the end result of the whole system will be optimal.

Select one:

True

False

Which is a NOT a strategic responsibility of supply chain management?

Select one:

a. strategy alignment

b. capacity planning

c. sourcing

d. partnerships

Which is NOT a product or service design activity that needs OPSCM involvement?

Select one:

a. develop new products and services

b. refine existing products and services

c. formulate quality goals

d. All require Operations involvement.

Answer 1

True. The systems approach for optimization of Supply Chain Management considers the supply chain as an entity comprising of several interrelated sub-systems which sub-optimizes the activities of each sub-system in order to optimize the SCM.

Partnerships. Supply chain management is involved in minimizing inventory, planning demand and supply, procurement of raw materials. The role of SCM is to improve the quality and efficiency of operations. Partnerships is not a strategic responsibility of supply chain management.

All require Operations involvement. Developing new products and services, refining existing products and services and formulating quality goals require OPSCM involvement. While developing new products, the OPSCM team needs to manage the procurement of raw materials and assign labor to the new processes. While refining existing products and services, the OPSCM team needs to make suggested changes in the processing of product or service as suggested. While formulating quality goals, the OPSCM team needs to be consulted to minimize defects.