APICS CPIM-BSP Exam - Topic 3 Question 68 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-BSP exam

Question #: 68
Topic #: 3

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When determining a make or buy decision, reasons to buy out would include:

Aaccommodating large changes in volume.

Bmaximizing resource utilization.

Cprotecting confidential information.

Dmaintaining workforce.

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Suggested Answer: D

by Devora at Apr 01, 2023, 10:54 PM

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Joaquin

4 months ago

Surprised that volume changes are a big factor!

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Bette

4 months ago

D seems off, buying out doesn't help with workforce issues.

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Valentin

4 months ago

C is a valid point, but isn't it a bit extreme?

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Fernanda

4 months ago

I think B makes more sense for maximizing efficiency.

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Norah

4 months ago

A is definitely a reason to buy out.

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Aleta

5 months ago

Maintaining workforce is tricky; I feel like that could go either way depending on the situation.

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Twanna

5 months ago

Protecting confidential information seems more like a reason to make rather than buy, right? I'm a bit confused about that one.

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Jaclyn

5 months ago

I remember practicing a similar question, and I think maximizing resource utilization makes sense for buying out.

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Youlanda

5 months ago

I think accommodating large changes in volume could be a reason to buy, but I'm not entirely sure if it's the best option.

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I'm a bit confused on the best approach here. Should I use a Headless Quick Action or an Apex Continuation? I'll need to review the pros and cons of each option to determine the most appropriate solution.

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Stephaine

5 months ago

Okay, let's see. The key here is to identify the clear benefit of self-healing as a delivery method. I'll need to consider each option and how it relates to that.

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Moon

5 months ago

This seems familiar, but I vaguely remember something about publishing the workflow scheme... would that be necessary after the change?

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Willodean

9 months ago

Trick question! The real answer is E) Hiring a team of ninjas to protect the factory. That's the only way to really keep those trade secrets safe.

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Xuan

10 months ago

D all the way, baby! Maintaining the workforce is key. Who needs production when you can keep those paychecks rolling in, am I right?

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Kristin

8 months ago

D) maintaining workforce.

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Elden

8 months ago

C) protecting confidential information.

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Vi

8 months ago

B) maximizing resource utilization.

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Leatha

8 months ago

A) accommodating large changes in volume.

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Reita

10 months ago

Ah, the age-old make or buy conundrum. Let's see, C seems like the way to go. Can't risk that juicy intel getting out, you know?

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Fernanda

8 months ago

True, maximizing resource utilization is important too. It's a tough decision to make.

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Jennifer

8 months ago

But accommodating large changes in volume could also be a valid reason to buy out.

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Jackie

8 months ago

I agree, protecting confidential information is crucial in a make or buy decision.

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Rosendo

10 months ago

Hmm, I'm torn between B and C. Maximizing resource utilization is important, but keeping sensitive data secure is crucial. Decisions, decisions!

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Micaela

10 months ago

C) protecting confidential information.

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Devon

10 months ago

B) maximizing resource utilization.

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Tequila

10 months ago

A) accommodating large changes in volume.

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Altha

10 months ago

Looks like the right answer is C. Protecting confidential information is a key reason to buy out rather than make in-house. Gotta keep those trade secrets under lock and key!

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