CPIM practice questions, page 11 of 11, with answer review and explanations.
Question 51
What priority control technique is most appropriate for a firm using a cellular production system?
Shortest processing time (SPT) rule
Distribution requirements planning (DRP)
Pull production activity control (PAC)
Push production activity control (PAC)
Question 52
The horizon for forecasts that are input to the sales and operations planning (S&OP) process should be long enough that:
cumulative forecast deviation approaches zero.
planned product launches can be incorporated.
required resources can be properly planned.
supply constraints can be resolved.
Question 53
When designing a production cell, which of the following items would be the most important consideration?
The unit per hour requirement for the production cell to meet the sales forecast
The flow of materials into the cell and sequencing of operations to minimize total cycle time
The output rate for the first operation and move time after the last workstation
The takt time requirement for each operator to meet the monthly production goals of the plant
Question 54
A newer automotive supplier has not fully developed its information technology (IT) systems. The supplier has just received a contract from a large automotive manufacturer which requires the supplier to use electronic data interchange (EDI) transactions for receiving orders, sending advance ship notices (ASNs), and receiving invoice payments. What strategy can the supplier adopt to immediately meet the EDI requirements?
Select, install, and implement EDI software.
Use current third-party logistics provider (3PL) to handle the EDI transactions.
Claim hardship and ask the automotive manufacturer for a waiver.
Negotiate using email as an alternative with the customer.
Question 55
Which of the following inventory management techniques is most responsive to changes in demand levels?