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CIPS Exam L4M7 Topic 11 Question 60 Discussion
Topic #: 11
A central distribution warehouse receives deliveries from several suppliers of bread and cakes on pallets in large quantities. These deliveries need to be separated into smaller individual consignments for delivery to retail stores operated by the bakery company. The division of the large quantities into smaller consignments is called:
Breaking bulk is the process of dividing large shipments of goods into smaller lots for easier distribution. This is a standard practice in warehousing and logistics to facilitate delivery to various locations or end users. Unlike cross-docking, which involves minimal storage time, breaking bulk focuses on redistributing large shipments into smaller, manageable batches. In whole-life asset management, breaking bulk helps maintain streamlined operations and reduces holding costs by ensuring goods are moved efficiently and without prolonged storage.
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