CIPS L6M10 Exam - Topic 2 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M10 exam

Question #: 9
Topic #: 2

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In the context of a global supply chain network strategy, what are some sources of disruption? (Select ALL that apply)

AWeather events and natural disasters

BExchange rate volatility

CIndustrial disputes and strikes

DRapid product obsolescence

EEconomic and political instability

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Suggested Answer: A, B, C, E

Common sources of disruption in global supply chains include natural disasters, exchange rate fluctuations, industrial strikes, and political instability. Rapid product obsolescence is not a direct supply chain disruption factor. [P-95]

by Shaunna at Apr 05, 2025, 02:32 AM

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Genevieve

2 months ago

Economic and political instability is definitely a major factor!

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Lyda

2 months ago

Totally agree, strikes can really mess things up too.

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Franchesca

2 months ago

Weather events and natural disasters are huge disruptors!

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Louann

3 months ago

Rapid product obsolescence? Really? That seems a bit far-fetched.

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Casandra

3 months ago

I think exchange rate volatility is often overlooked.

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Marci

3 months ago

Economic and political instability (E) sounds right too. I feel like we covered that in relation to global markets, but I’m not sure about rapid product obsolescence.

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Donte

3 months ago

I think industrial disputes and strikes (C) are a classic example of disruption. We went over a case study on that in class.

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Corrie

4 months ago

I'm a bit unsure about exchange rate volatility. It seems like it could impact costs, but is it really a disruption?

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Karma

4 months ago

I remember we discussed how weather events and natural disasters can really disrupt supply chains, so I think A is definitely a source.

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Edward

4 months ago

This is a good test of our understanding of global supply chain management. I'll need to carefully consider each option and make sure I select all the relevant sources of disruption.

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Salena

4 months ago

I feel pretty confident about this question. Global supply chains can be impacted by all sorts of external factors, from natural disasters to labor issues to economic conditions. I'll make sure to cover all the bases.

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Magdalene

4 months ago

Okay, let's see. Weather events, exchange rate volatility, industrial disputes, product obsolescence, and economic/political instability - those all seem like potential sources of disruption. I'll make sure to select all of those.

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Carissa

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm not entirely sure about this one. I'll need to think through the different factors that can disrupt a global supply chain network.

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Frederica

5 months ago

This seems like a straightforward question. I'll make sure to select all the relevant sources of disruption in the global supply chain.

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Claudia

9 months ago

Let's see, we got Mother Nature, fickle finance, worker woes, and planned obsolescence. Sounds like a recipe for a supply chain nightmare. Good thing I studied up on this stuff!

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Leontine

8 months ago

E) Economic and political instability

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Josephine

8 months ago

D) Rapid product obsolescence

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Kristine

8 months ago

C) Industrial disputes and strikes

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Bobbye

8 months ago

B) Exchange rate volatility

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Margery

8 months ago

A) Weather events and natural disasters

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Craig

10 months ago

I believe rapid product obsolescence is another important factor to consider in a global supply chain strategy.

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Kristeen

10 months ago

I agree with Kati, but I also think economic and political instability can be a major source of disruption.

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Kati

10 months ago

I think weather events and natural disasters can definitely disrupt the supply chain.

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Bronwyn

10 months ago

All of these options are spot on. When the weather, politics, and technology all decide to gang up on your supply chain, you know it's going to be a wild ride.

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Tresa

9 months ago

E) Economic and political instability

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Lavera

9 months ago

C) Industrial disputes and strikes

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Anthony

9 months ago

A) Weather events and natural disasters

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Valentin

10 months ago

Ah, the joys of global trade. Gotta watch out for those weather tantrums, currency fluctuations, and labor unrest. It's like managing a symphony orchestra, but with more spreadsheets.

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Marg

10 months ago

Whoa, looks like we got a real 'perfect storm' of potential supply chain disruptions here! Better keep an umbrella handy, just in case.

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