CIMAPRA19-E03-1 Exam - Topic 3 Question 107 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIMA's CIMAPRA19-E03-1 exam

Question #: 107
Topic #: 3

A company runs a distribution warehouse. Its information systems constantly monitors inventorylevels, with automatic re-order processing occuring with suppliers wheninventoryitems reach a specified level. It operates a robotics system which automatically picksinventoryfrom its location in the warehouse and delivers it to the pick-up are

a. The company also has a large database of customer information which it uses to analyse buying behavior and sales trends so that it can provide customers with relevant and targeted marketing information.

Which THREE of the following activities of theValueChain have been affected by the use of IT/ IS?

AInbound Logistics

BOperations

COutbound logistics

DSales and Marketing

EServices

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Suggested Answer: A, E

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Janey

6 months ago

Totally agree with A, B, and D!

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Isaiah

6 months ago

Wait, they use robots for picking? That's wild!

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Cathrine

6 months ago

A and B are obvious, but D? Really?

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Samuel

7 months ago

I think C should be included too.

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Crista

7 months ago

Definitely A, B, and D!

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Mozell

7 months ago

Sales and marketing might be impacted as well, especially with the customer data analysis for targeted marketing, but I'm not entirely certain about the third choice.

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Jerry

7 months ago

I remember a practice question that focused on operations and how IT streamlines processes, so I feel confident that it’s one of the correct answers.

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Chuck

8 months ago

I'm not so sure about outbound logistics, but it seems like the robotics system could play a role in that area too.

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Charlette

8 months ago

I think inbound logistics is definitely affected since the system monitors inventory levels and manages re-orders automatically.

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Marion

8 months ago

I'm feeling pretty confident about this one. The key is to focus on the specific IT/IS capabilities mentioned, like the inventory monitoring, robotics system, and customer data analysis. Those are clearly affecting Inbound Logistics, Operations, and Sales & Marketing.

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Brianne

8 months ago

This is a tricky one. There's a lot of information to sift through, and I want to make sure I don't miss anything important. I'll need to take my time and really think through how the IT/IS systems are impacting the different value chain activities.

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Josphine

8 months ago

Okay, I think I've got this. The company is using IT/IS for inventory management, order processing, and customer data analysis. That covers Inbound Logistics, Operations, and Sales & Marketing. I'll select those three options.

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Izetta

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The question is asking about the value chain, but it's giving a lot of specific details about the company's operations. I'll need to make sure I understand how the IT/IS systems are affecting the different value chain activities.

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Carri

8 months ago

This looks like a straightforward question on the value chain and how IT/IS has impacted different activities. I'll need to carefully review the information provided and identify the 3 key areas that have been affected.

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Daron

1 year ago

I agree with the main options, but I'd add that Inbound Logistics is also affected. I mean, the automatic re-ordering process is part of that, right? This company is really making the most of their IT systems.

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Sharee

1 year ago

User 2

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Delsie

1 year ago

User 1

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Thad

1 year ago

Haha, I bet the warehouse robots are having a field day with all this automation. Do they get breaks, or are they just non-stop picking and delivering?

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Junita

1 year ago

Wait, what about Services? Doesn't the automated pick-up and delivery system count as a service to customers? I'm not so sure about this one.

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Abel

1 year ago

I believe Inbound Logistics might also be affected, as the automatic re-order processing with suppliers would streamline the inventory management process.

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Tora

1 year ago

I agree with you, Margurite. The company's ability to analyze buying behavior and sales trends definitely impacts Sales and Marketing.

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Ahmed

1 year ago

I think the answer is B, Operations, C, Outbound Logistics, and D, Sales and Marketing. The company's use of IT and IS has clearly affected how they manage their inventory, distribution, and customer data. It's a no-brainer!

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