Which of the following actions is most likely to reduce inventory carrying costs?

• A.Utilize ABC classification
• B.Standardize the items in inventory
• C.Set minimum inventory levels
• D.Initiate a vendor-managed inventory (VMI) program

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In addition to sales history, current customer orders, and forecasted demand, which of the following data sources should be used as part of a demand management process?

• A.Inventory levels
• B.Contractual obligations
• C.Customer profitability
• D.Scheduled marketing activities

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The purpose of a supply chain metrics dashboard is to:

• A.monitor sales performance against plan
• B.measure demand management performance
• C.provide data on personnel performance
• D.monitor supply network performance

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Medium-term demand management projections are used primarily to:

• A.complete strategic business planning of facilities.
• B.complete forecasts at the item level.
• C.aggregate demand for production planning.
• D.develop the master production schedule.

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Which of the following outcomes is most likely a result of allocating excess capacity to a supply chain facility?

• A.Lower utilization which leads to higher cost
• B.Higher utilization which leads to higher cost
• C.Higher utilization which leads to lower cost
• D.Lower utilization which leads to lower cost

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