CIPS L6M9 Exam - Topic 1 Question 20 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M9 exam

Question #: 20
Topic #: 1

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Which of the following are benefits of optimising the supply chain? Select ALL that apply.

AIncrease of business flexibility to cater for demand

BHigher profit margins

CMore accurate prediction of demand from customers

DUse of AI and technology

EControl of waste

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Suggested Answer: A, B, C, E

Optimising the supply chain brings benefits such as increased flexibility, higher profit margins, better demand forecasting, and waste reduction.

Use of AI and technology (D) is incorrect because it is a method to achieve supply chain optimisation, not a benefit itself.

(LO 1.1, See p.3)

by Geoffrey at Apr 04, 2026, 08:06 PM

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Louann

18 days ago

C) is spot on too, can't argue with that.

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Tish

23 days ago

A) and B) are definitely benefits!

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Allene

1 month ago

I’m leaning towards A, B, and E, but I’m not sure if D is a direct benefit. It feels like it could be more of a tool than a benefit itself.

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Cecil

2 months ago

I feel like A and E go hand in hand, but I’m not entirely confident about C. Can you really predict demand more accurately just by optimizing the supply chain?

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Kathrine

2 months ago

I remember a practice question that mentioned higher profit margins, so I think B is a safe choice. But I’m a bit uncertain about E.

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Clare

2 months ago

I think A and C are definitely benefits, but I'm not sure about D. Does using AI really count as a benefit of optimization?

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