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CIPS L6M10 Exam - Topic 2 Question 18 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M10 exam
Question #: 18
Topic #: 2
[All L6M10 Questions]

What is the primary focus of managing transportation in the context of global logistics?

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Suggested Answer: A

Minimizing transportation costs is a key focus, as it is a non-value-adding activity in the supply chain, and reducing costs improves overall efficiency. [P-4]


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Tracey
1 day ago
D) Maximizing the value of transportation assets makes sense. We need to use resources wisely.
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Tiera
6 days ago
B) Directly contacting customers seems important too. Communication matters.
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Stevie
12 days ago
I lean towards C) Creating opportunities for improving operational systems. Efficiency is key!
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Dorian
17 days ago
Not sure if A is the only focus, there’s more to it!
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Tasia
22 days ago
Surprised that people overlook C) Improving operational systems!
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Alaine
27 days ago
I think it’s more about D) Maximizing the value of transportation assets.
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Mitzie
2 months ago
Totally agree, cost is everything in logistics.
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Viola
2 months ago
A. Minimizing transportation costs is definitely the key focus. Global logistics is all about efficiency and cost-cutting.
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Mabel
2 months ago
Haha, B. Directly contacting customers or end users during transportation? That's just silly.
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Mitzie
2 months ago
D. Maximizing the value of transportation assets is the way to go in global logistics.
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Haydee
2 months ago
C. Creating opportunities for improving operational systems seems like the best answer to me.
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Leonie
2 months ago
I think the answer is A. Minimizing transportation costs is the primary focus of managing transportation in global logistics.
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Arleen
3 months ago
Directly contacting customers during transportation seems important, but I don't know if it's the primary focus in global logistics.
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Rosita
3 months ago
I feel like creating opportunities for improving operational systems could also be a key focus, but it seems a bit broad.
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Glendora
3 months ago
I remember a practice question that emphasized the importance of maximizing the value of transportation assets, so I might lean towards that.
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Christiane
3 months ago
I think the focus is on minimizing transportation costs, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only priority.
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Lemuel
3 months ago
For this type of question, I'd recommend focusing on the key objectives of the logistics function. Minimizing costs, optimizing assets, and improving operational systems are probably the main areas to consider. I'd rule out the customer-focused option as that's likely not the primary focus here.
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Bobbie
3 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. The options seem to cover a range of different logistics priorities. I'll have to review my notes on global transportation management to decide which one is the primary focus.
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Krystal
4 months ago
A) Minimizing transportation costs is key!
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Adolph
4 months ago
Okay, let's see. I know global logistics is all about efficiency and cost-effectiveness. So I'm thinking the best answer is probably A - minimizing transportation costs. That seems like the core goal.
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Rosalyn
4 months ago
C) is interesting. If we improve systems, we can save costs in the long run.
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Gerald
4 months ago
I think it's A) Minimizing transportation costs. It's crucial for profit.
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Graciela
5 months ago
Hmm, not sure about this one. I'll need to think through the different options carefully. Maximizing the value of transportation assets could be interesting, but I'm not totally confident that's the primary focus.
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Jeff
5 months ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward logistics question. I'd focus on the key objectives of global transportation management - minimizing costs, optimizing assets, and improving operations.
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Lavonda
4 months ago
I think minimizing transportation costs is crucial.
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