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CIPS L6M9 Exam - Topic 1 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M9 exam
Question #: 9
Topic #: 1
[All L6M9 Questions]

Which area of operations strategy is concerned with information management systems, automation, and productivity?

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Suggested Answer: C

Process technology refers to information management systems, automation, and productivity tools.

Capacity (A) is related to resource planning.

Supply network design (B) deals with supplier relationships and logistics.

Development and organisational design (D) is about people, structures, and hierarchies.

(LO 2.1, See p.71)


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Louis
2 months ago
Totally with you on C, can't argue with that logic!
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Daron
2 months ago
I think it's A, capacity is key for productivity.
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Lettie
3 months ago
Wait, are we sure it's not B? Sounds like a trick question.
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Lanie
3 months ago
C makes the most sense, automation fits there.
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Felicitas
3 months ago
Definitely C, it's all about process tech!
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Michal
3 months ago
I’m a bit confused. I thought development and organizational design also involved information systems, but maybe that’s more about structure than technology?
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Karon
4 months ago
I practiced a similar question where process technology was mentioned in relation to productivity. I might go with C.
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Madonna
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like capacity management deals more with resources rather than information systems.
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Ria
4 months ago
I think this question is about how technology impacts operations. I remember something about process technology being linked to automation.
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Dominic
4 months ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. I'm not sure if it's asking about a specific area of operations strategy or a more general concept. I'll have to read through the options carefully and see if I can eliminate any of them.
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Dana
4 months ago
Okay, I think I know this one. Process technology is the area that focuses on the systems and technology used in the production process, which includes things like information management and automation. I'm confident that's the right answer.
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Crista
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm not totally sure about this one. I'll have to think it through carefully. Maybe I should review my notes on operations strategy before answering.
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Dona
5 months ago
This one seems pretty straightforward. I'm going to go with Process technology since that's the area that deals with information management, automation, and productivity.
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Luann
8 months ago
B. Supply network design? Really? That's like trying to automate a traffic jam.
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Malcom
8 months ago
Well, if process technology is the answer, then I guess we're all in for a real 'productivity boost'! *wink wink*
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Mitsue
7 months ago
Agreed! It's all about finding the most efficient ways to operate.
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Denise
7 months ago
Definitely! Implementing the right process technology can really improve productivity.
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Keva
7 months ago
I think C) Process technology is the correct answer.
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Cory
7 months ago
D) Development and organisational design
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Ronna
7 months ago
C) Process technology
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Mari
8 months ago
B) Supply network design
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Nell
8 months ago
A) Capacity
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Ronny
8 months ago
D. Development and organisational design seems like a more comprehensive option that covers the aspects of the question.
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Arlen
7 months ago
That's right, D) Development and organisational design is the correct answer.
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Margery
7 months ago
Yes, D) Development and organisational design covers information management systems, automation, and productivity.
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Rory
7 months ago
I agree, D) Development and organisational design seems like the best option.
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Tequila
8 months ago
D) Development and organisational design
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Justa
8 months ago
C) Process technology
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Mozell
8 months ago
B) Supply network design
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Sommer
8 months ago
A) Capacity
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Kiley
9 months ago
I think it's C) Process technology too, as it specifically focuses on improving operations through technology.
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Herminia
9 months ago
I'm not sure, but I think D) Development and organisational design could also be related to information management systems.
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Jutta
9 months ago
I think the answer is C. Process technology seems to be the best fit for the areas mentioned in the question.
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Tennie
8 months ago
I'm not sure, but capacity could also play a role in managing information systems and automation.
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Verdell
8 months ago
I think it might be supply network design, as that also involves optimizing productivity.
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Tennie
9 months ago
I agree, process technology does seem to be the best fit for information management systems and automation.
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Malika
9 months ago
I agree with William, because process technology involves automation and productivity.
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William
10 months ago
I think the answer is C) Process technology.
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