Discuss APICS CPIM-Part-2 Exam Topic 5 Question 33

The results from responding to uncertainty in the supply chain by exaggerating lead times and increasing lot sizes is called:

Abullwhip effect.

Bsupply and demand.

Cprocess train.

Dforward integration.

Suggested Answer: C

Staging in a manual system corresponds to dispatching in a computer system.Staging is the process of preparing and moving materials or components to the point of use or consumption in a production system1.Staging can be done manually by workers who physically move the items from storage areas to workstations, or automatically by conveyors, robots, or other devices2.Dispatching is the process of authorizing and releasing work orders or tasks to the production system3.Dispatching can be done manually by supervisors who assign work to workers, or automatically by computer systems that use algorithms or rules to prioritize and schedule work4. Both staging and dispatching are functions that facilitate the flow of materials and information in a production system and ensure that the right items are available at the right time and place.

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36 comments · newest first

Virgilio 10 months ago

I thought it was more complex than that.

Solange 11 months ago

No way, it's not just about lead times!

Paulina 11 months ago

Wait, is it really that simple?

Shakira 11 months ago

Agreed, A is the right answer.

Gilberto 11 months ago

It's definitely the bullwhip effect!

Michael 12 months ago

I remember the term "forward integration" from another chapter, but it doesn't seem to fit here. I think I'll go with A as well, but I'm a bit uncertain.

Sheron 12 months ago

I recall a practice question that discussed lead times and lot sizes, and it pointed to the bullwhip effect as well. So, I'm leaning towards A too.

Reed 12 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like it could also be related to supply and demand. Maybe it's B? I need to double-check my notes on that.

Na 1 year ago

I think the answer might be A, the bullwhip effect. I remember studying how small changes in demand can lead to larger fluctuations upstream.

Floyd 1 year ago

Ugh, I'm drawing a blank on this one. Supply chain concepts can be tricky to remember. I'll have to guess and hope I get lucky. Maybe it's option A, the bullwhip effect?

Fabiola 1 year ago

Okay, let me walk through this step-by-step. Exaggerating lead times and increasing lot sizes is a response to uncertainty in the supply chain. I think the term for that is the bullwhip effect. I'll double-check my notes to be sure.

Fidelia 1 year ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know it has something to do with supply chain uncertainty, but I can't quite remember the specific term. I'll have to think it through carefully.

Charlena 1 year ago

I'm pretty sure this is the bullwhip effect, where small changes in demand get amplified up the supply chain. Seems like a straightforward question.

Emmanuel 1 year ago

Ah, the old bullwhip effect. It's like when you crack the whip too hard and it gets all out of control. Classic supply chain shenanigans!

Kaitlyn 1 year ago

↳ replying to Emmanuel

We have to be careful not to let the bullwhip effect spiral out of control.

Malcom 1 year ago

↳ replying to Emmanuel

Yeah, it's crazy how a small change can cause such a big ripple effect.

Jackie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Emmanuel

I know, the bullwhip effect can really mess up the whole supply chain!

Precious 1 year ago

Forward integration? That's a new one. Is that like when you try to control more of the supply chain, like a company buying a supplier? I better double-check my notes.

Kaitlyn 1 year ago

↳ replying to Precious

That's right, it's about integrating forward in the supply chain to have more control over the production and distribution.

Precious 1 year ago

↳ replying to Precious

I think it's more about trying to have more control over the production process.

Youlanda 1 year ago

↳ replying to Precious

Yes, forward integration is when a company expands its operations to control more of the supply chain.

Lynelle 1 year ago

Process train? Really? That sounds more like something you'd find in a factory, not a supply chain. This is a tough one.

Monte 1 year ago

↳ replying to Lynelle

C) process train.

Craig 1 year ago

↳ replying to Lynelle

B) supply and demand.

Lyda 1 year ago

↳ replying to Lynelle

A) bullwhip effect.

Vi 1 year ago

I'm not sure, but I think it's either A) bullwhip effect or C) process train.

Tijuana 1 year ago

I agree with Evangelina, because exaggerating lead times can lead to distortion in demand signals.

Evangelina 1 year ago

I think the answer is A) bullwhip effect.

Roxane 1 year ago

Hmm, I was leaning towards supply and demand, but now I'm not so sure. This exam is really testing our supply chain knowledge, huh?

Casie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Roxane

B) supply and demand.

Ruthann 1 year ago

↳ replying to Roxane

A) bullwhip effect.

Mari 2 years ago

I'm pretty sure it's the bullwhip effect. Doesn't that happen when you try to overcompensate for demand fluctuations?

Cary 1 year ago

↳ replying to Mari

Definitely, that's why it's crucial for companies to have good communication and collaboration throughout the supply chain.

Annette 1 year ago

↳ replying to Mari

I know, it's important for companies to try to minimize the bullwhip effect to avoid unnecessary costs and inefficiencies.

Mireya 1 year ago

↳ replying to Mari

It's crazy how just a little change in customer demand can lead to such a big impact on inventory levels.

Mertie 1 year ago

↳ replying to Mari

Yes, you're right! The bullwhip effect is when small fluctuations in demand cause big swings in inventory.

APICS CPIM-Part-2 Exam - Topic 5 Question 33 Discussion