- (Topic 2)
A corporation must consider which of the following factors when selecting its enterprise resources planning system?

1. A. Uniqueness of operations
2. B. Corporate profitability
3. C. MRP and MRP II processing
4. D. Industry benchmarks

Correct Answer: A

- (Topic 3)
Which of the following activities occurs as part of the sales and operations planning process?

1. A. Time fences are matched to master production schedule horizons.
2. B. The next quarter's forecasts are presented by sales staff to finance and operations personnel at the final meeting.
3. C. Strategic plans are adjusted based on changing operating situations.
4. D. Plans are converted to financial projections and capacity requirements.

Correct Answer: D

- (Topic 3)
E-business allows a firm to capitalize on the use of systems that:

1. A. speed the receipt of e-mails between companies.
2. B. permit real-time use of supply chain data.
3. C. permit the use of batch-processed data.
4. D. ensure security of proprietary data.

Correct Answer: B

- (Topic 3)
The primary benefit a company is likely to achieve when setting time fences is:

1. A. reducing lead time.
2. B. providing a steady schedule for suppliers.
3. C. interpreting forecast properly.
4. D. maintaining a stable flow.

Correct Answer: :D

- (Topic 2)
Direct shipment distribution typically offers which of the following advantages?

1. A. Risk pooling is facilitated.
2. B. Demand variability is reduced.
3. C. Service levels are increased.
4. D. Lead times are reduced.

Correct Answer: D