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APICS Exam CPIM-Part-2 Topic 1 Question 11 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-Part-2 exam
Question #: 11
Topic #: 1
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"We have observed the inventory system does not handle plastic parts well." What should be added to the problem statement to make it more useful?

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Measurements are quantitative or qualitative data that indicate the magnitude, frequency, or impact of the problem. Measurements help to define the problem clearly, objectively, and specifically, as well as to establish a baseline for improvement. Therefore, what should be added to the problem statement to make it more useful is measurements that help describe the problem. For example, a more useful problem statement could be ''We have observed that the inventory system causes 15% of plastic parts to be damaged or misplaced every month, resulting in $10,000 of additional costs and 5% of customer complaints.''


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Robt
1 years ago
Yes, Herminia, that would ensure we have the right expertise to tackle the problem.
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Herminia
1 years ago
I believe we should also add criteria for selecting the improvement team to address the issue effectively.
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Avery
1 years ago
That's a good point, Dulce. It will ensure we approach the problem systematically.
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Dulce
1 years ago
But shouldn't we also include guidance on which problem-solving tools to use?
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Robt
1 years ago
I agree with Avery. It would help us understand the extent of the issue.
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Avery
1 years ago
I think we should add measurements to describe the problem better.
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Tomoko
1 years ago
I think it's important to specify who is responsible for the problem in the statement.
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Roy
1 years ago
I believe we should include criteria for selecting the improvement team as well.
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Ressie
1 years ago
Adding guidance on problem-solving tools would also be helpful.
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Kimberlie
1 years ago
I agree with Margurite. Measurements would provide clarity on the extent of the issue.
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Margurite
1 years ago
I think we should add measurements to describe the problem.
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Ressie
1 years ago
We have observed the inventory system does not handle plastic parts well.
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