CPIM 8 Mod 2 Sect B, C

Question 1

Which capacity tool is used to assess critical resource availability during S&OP?

Accepted Answer

Bill of resources

Question 2

Level production strategy - which are true? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Production operates at a constant level, Inventory increases when demand is < production

Question 3

A “decoupling point” is created when inventory allows demand & supply activities to operate at their own optimal levels

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

Using the information in the image, what is the level production quantity per period for a MTS item?

Accepted Answer

300

Question 5

If demand rises above the supply plan, what actions might be considered? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Overtime, Outside contracting

Question 6

Chase production strategy – which are true? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Very challenging from an HR standpoint, Inventory levels are minimal, Production attempts to match customer demand

Question 7

"Resource planning" is used with S&OP to… (select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

evaluate feasibility of the production plan, verify adequacy of long lead time resources

Question 8

Hybrid production strategy – which are true? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Success relies on forecast accuracy and/or safety stock, Blends level and chase techniques

Question 9

Outsourcing/subcontracting production strategy – which are true? (Select all that apply)

Accepted Answer

Internal production maintained at a constant level, but lower than demand, Outside facilities used when demand exceeds internal capacity

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