ISM INTE Exam - Topic 4 Question 10 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISM's INTE exam

Question #: 10
Topic #: 4

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Based on the global reach and complexity of supply chains, resiliency planning and risk assessment are necessary because of which of the following'

ASupplier bankruptcies in competitive markets

BNatural and man-made disasters

CLack of training within the organization

DUncollected receivables

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Suggested Answer: B

Resiliency planning and risk assessment in global supply chains are critical due to the potential impact of natural and man-made disasters. These events can disrupt operations, affecting logistics, supply continuity, and financial performance. Effective risk management strategies mitigate such disruptions, ensuring supply chain stability.

by Rochell at Aug 24, 2024, 05:30 PM

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Kristian

3 months ago

Wait, are we really worried about bankruptcies over disasters? Seems off.

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Aaron

3 months ago

Uncollected receivables? Not sure that’s a top concern.

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Rozella

4 months ago

I think lack of training is a bigger issue than people realize.

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Blair

4 months ago

Totally agree, natural disasters are a huge risk too!

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Daisy

4 months ago

Supplier bankruptcies can really mess things up.

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Mike

4 months ago

Uncollected receivables might affect cash flow, but I don't see how that ties into risk assessment for supply chains.

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Vicky

4 months ago

I think lack of training is important too, but it doesn't seem as directly related to resiliency planning as the other options.

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Mitzie

5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like supplier bankruptcies could also be a big risk, like in that practice question we did last week.

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Mable

5 months ago

I remember discussing how natural and man-made disasters can disrupt supply chains, so I think option B makes sense.

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Jesus

5 months ago

I'm a little confused by this question. The options don't seem to directly address the "global reach and complexity" aspect that the question is emphasizing. I'll need to re-read the question and the choices a few times to make sure I understand what they're asking for.

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Cortney

5 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. The options seem to cover a range of potential issues, but I'm not sure which one is the best fit based on the question. I'll need to think through the implications of each choice carefully.

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Gracie

5 months ago

This question seems straightforward - it's asking about the reasons why supply chain resiliency planning and risk assessment are necessary. I think the key is to focus on the global reach and complexity of supply chains, which can make them vulnerable to various disruptions.

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Dottie

5 months ago

Okay, I've got this. The question is clearly pointing to external factors that can impact supply chains, so I'm going to go with option B - natural and man-made disasters. That seems to capture the global and complex nature of supply chains that the question is highlighting.

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Daren

5 months ago

Wait, I'm a bit confused. Isn't "FALSE" the opposite of what we want for a Filter transformation? I'll have to double-check that.

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Alise

1 year ago

B, for sure. What, you think a lack of training is going to disrupt a global supply chain? That's like thinking a paper clip is going to stop a freight train!

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Valentin

1 year ago

Hmm, I was thinking A. Supplier bankruptcies are a real concern in this cutthroat business world. But I guess natural disasters can be just as problematic. Tough choice!

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