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3. Which of these is considered a type of waste (Muda) in Lean Management?
a) Overproduction
b) Increased customer demand
c) Employee motivation
d) Faster production times
a) Overproduction
8. What is a major advantage of a Just-in-Time (JIT) supply chain?
a) Lower inventory carrying costs
b) Increased warehouse space requirements
c) Higher stock levels
d) Slower production cycles
a) Lower inventory carrying costs
6. Which industry is making the biggest push towards carbon-neutral supply chains?
a) E-commerce
b) Oil & Gas
c) Cement Manufacturing
d) Coal Mining
E-commerce
6. Which technology is helping companies track shipments in real-time?
a) Blockchain
b) Internet of Things (IoT)
c) Augmented Reality
d) None of the above
b) Internet of Things (IoT)
4. What is the purpose of a Value Stream Map (VSM) in Lean?
a) To visualize and improve workflow efficiency
b) To measure employee performance
c) To increase raw material usage
d) To reduce machine downtime
a) To visualize and improve workflow efficiency
9. Which process involves selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships?
a) Procurement
b) Distribution
c) Warehousing
d) Logistics
a)PROCUREMENT
Which company has pledged to achieve carbon neutrality across its entire supply chain by 2040?
a) Amazon
b) Microsoft
c) PepsiCo
d) McDonald's
a) Amazon
7. Which global event in 2024-2025 has significantly impacted supply chain operations?
a) FIFA World Cup
b) U.S. Elections
c) A global trade war
d) Olympics
c) A global trade war
5. Which Lean tool is used for workplace organization and efficiency?
a) 5S Methodology
b) SWOT Analysis
c) Pareto Chart
d) Six Thinking Hats
a) 5S Methodology
10. Which KPI is used to measure how quickly inventory is sold and replaced?
a) Inventory Turnover Ratio
b) Order Fill Rate
c) On-Time Delivery Rate
d) Supplier Lead Time
a) Inventory Turnover Ratio
What is the purpose of carbon footprint tracking in supply chains?
a) To measure greenhouse gas emissions
b) To increase fuel consumption
c) To eliminate suppliers
d) To make deliveries slower
a) To measure greenhouse gas emissions
8. Which region is gaining attention as a major semiconductor manufacturing hub?
a) South America
b) Middle East
c) Southeast Asia
d) Africa
c) Southeast Asia
1. Which of the following is a key principle of Lean Management?
a) Maximizing waste
b) Increasing inventory levels
c) Continuous improvement (Kaizen)
d) Slowing down production
c) Continuous improvement (Kaizen)
11. Which factor has the greatest impact on global supply chains today?
a) Political instability and trade regulations
b) Local market expansion
c) Decreasing automation levels
d) Reduced customer expectations
a) Political instability and trade regulations
Which of these transportation modes has the lowest carbon footprint for global supply chains?
a) Ocean shipping
b) Air freight
c) Diesel trucks
d) Express courier services
a) Ocean shipping
9. What is a key reason behind rising shipping costs in 2025?
a) Rising fuel prices
b) Port congestion
c) Labor shortages
d) All of the above
d) All of the above
2. What does the term "Just-in-Time" (JIT) mean in Lean Management?
a) Producing goods only when needed to reduce waste
b) Stockpiling inventory for emergencies
c) Delivering products before demand arises
d) Manufacturing in large batches
a) Producing goods only when needed to reduce waste
12. Which of the following disruptions has significantly affected supply chains worldwide in recent years?
a) Semiconductor shortages
b) Increased paper usage
c) Slower e-commerce growth
d) Higher factory productivity
a) Semiconductor shortages
Which of the following practices helps reduce emissions in warehouses?
a) Using LED lighting and solar panels
b) Running diesel generators 24/7
c) Keeping lights on even when not needed
d) Using only manual labor
Using LED lighting and solar panels
10. What is the primary challenge logistics companies are facing due to climate change?
a) Stricter emissions regulations
b) More frequent extreme weather events
c) Rising operational costs
d) All of the above
d) All of the above