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APICS Exam CPIM-Part-2 Topic 1 Question 37 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-Part-2 exam
Question #: 37
Topic #: 1
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The horizon for forecasts that are input to the sales and operations planning (S&O0P) process should be long enough that:

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Suggested Answer: A

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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Ria
1 months ago
The horizon should be long enough that the forecasters can see the curvature of the Earth. Gotta plan for those round products, you know?
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Ellen
23 hours ago
C) required resources can be properly planned.
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Blossom
15 days ago
B) planned product launches can be incorporated.
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Fidelia
20 days ago
A) cumulative forecast deviation approaches zero.
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Mose
1 months ago
Definitely C. If the horizon isn't long enough, you might as well be planning your S&OP on a napkin. Can't have that!
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Mabel
1 months ago
B sounds good too, but I think C is the winner here. Who needs new product launches if you can't even get the resources to make the current ones, am I right?
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Ammie
18 days ago
B) planned product launches can be incorporated.
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Rodolfo
23 days ago
A) cumulative forecast deviation approaches zero.
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Benton
1 months ago
I agree with Bo. C is the best answer as it covers the key objective of the S&OP process - ensuring the right resources are available.
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Bo
2 months ago
Option C seems to be the most comprehensive answer. Properly planning for required resources is crucial for the S&OP process.
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Terrilyn
27 days ago
Yes, without proper resource planning, the S&OP process can face significant challenges.
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Loreen
1 months ago
I agree, proper planning for required resources is essential for the success of the S&OP process.
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Jin
2 months ago
But what about resolving supply constraints? Shouldn't that be a priority too?
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Carissa
2 months ago
I agree with Dacia, incorporating product launches is crucial for accurate planning.
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Dacia
2 months ago
I think the horizon should be long enough for planned product launches.
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