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APICS CPIM-Part-2 Exam - Topic 4 Question 31 Discussion

A technique to manage load variability would be to:
A) apply capacity planning using overall factors (CPOF) to identify priority items at the work center.
B) plan additional safety capacity as a part of total available capacity to meet unplanned demand.
C) design the shop floor with machines that sit idle until additional demand requires their use.
D) use capacity bills to provide a rough-cut method of planning total-time-per-unit value.

APICS CPIM-Part-2 Exam - Topic 4 Question 31 Discussion

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Question #: 31
Topic #: 4
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A technique to manage load variability would be to:

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Vi
9 months ago
Wait, machines just sitting there? That seems odd!
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Glory
9 months ago
D could be useful, but is it really accurate enough?
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Krystina
9 months ago
C sounds wasteful, why have idle machines?
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Fredric
10 months ago
I think B makes more sense for unexpected spikes.
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Jerry
10 months ago
A is a solid approach for prioritizing tasks.
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Merlyn
10 months ago
Designing machines to sit idle seems inefficient, but I guess it could be a strategy? I’m leaning towards B, though.
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Rosendo
10 months ago
I practiced a question similar to this, and I feel like using capacity bills might be more about planning than managing variability. So maybe D isn't the best choice.
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Gwenn
10 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about CPOF in relation to prioritizing items. Is that A?
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Rosalind
11 months ago
I think option B sounds familiar; planning additional safety capacity could help with unexpected demand, right?
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Kendra
11 months ago
I think the key here is identifying the most proactive approach to handling variability. Option B about adding safety capacity seems like the most flexible and responsive solution, rather than just prioritizing work or waiting for demand to increase. I'm going with B.
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Cornell
11 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording of some of these options. What exactly is "capacity planning using overall factors" and how does that differ from "capacity bills"? I'll need to review those concepts before selecting an answer.
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Denise
11 months ago
Okay, I've got this. The answer is B - planning additional safety capacity to meet unplanned demand. That's the most direct way to manage load variability by having extra capacity available when needed.
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Anisha
11 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not totally sure about the differences between the answer choices. I'll need to think carefully about the concepts of capacity planning, safety capacity, and rough-cut planning to decide which one is the best approach.
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Kenny
11 months ago
This looks like a question about managing variability in production load. I think the key is to identify techniques that can help handle unexpected changes in demand. Let me think through the options...
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Argelia
1 year ago
Haha, C is like the 'build it and they will come' approach. Gotta love it, but B is probably the most sensible option here.
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Cecilia
1 year ago
D doesn't seem quite right to me. Capacity bills are for rough planning, not managing load variability. I'm leaning towards B.
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Emerson
1 year ago
B seems like a good option to handle load variability.
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Lettie
1 year ago
D) use capacity bills to provide a rough-cut method of planning total-time-per-unit value.
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Remedios
1 year ago
B) plan additional safety capacity as a part of total available capacity to meet unplanned demand.
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Arlyne
1 year ago
A) apply capacity planning using overall factors (CPOF) to identify priority items at the work center.
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Brett
1 year ago
I'm not sure about C - designing machines to sit idle until demand increases seems like a waste of resources. I'd go with B as well.
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Moon
1 year ago
Definitely, having extra capacity as a buffer can help handle fluctuations in demand effectively.
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Leigha
1 year ago
I think B is the best option too, it allows for flexibility in meeting unplanned demand.
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Devora
1 year ago
I agree, planning additional safety capacity seems like a more efficient way to manage load variability.
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Glenna
1 year ago
Hmm, I think option B sounds like the best way to manage load variability. Planning for extra safety capacity seems like a practical approach.
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Jacinta
1 year ago
User 2: Definitely, it helps to be prepared for any unexpected demand.
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Bronwyn
1 year ago
User 1: I agree, planning for extra safety capacity is a smart move.
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Janella
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think C) design the shop floor with idle machines could also help manage load variability.
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Reena
1 year ago
I agree with Stephane, having extra capacity for unplanned demand is important.
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Stephane
1 year ago
I think the answer is B) plan additional safety capacity.
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