Warehousing and Distribution Flashcards
Warehouse management requires complete synchronization with all processes and insights within the internal and external supply chains to function at its best
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
What is Warehouse Management?
Warehouse management refers to the oversight of operations in a warehouse. This includes receiving, tracking, and storing inventory, as well as training staff, managing shipping, workload planning, and monitoring the movement of goods.
What are the goals of Warehouse Management?
A. Respond rapidly to changes in the market or customer orders
B. Minimize variances in logistics service
C. Minimize inventory to reduce costs
D. Consolidate product movement by grouping shipments
E. Maintain high quality and engage in continuous improvement
F. Support the entire product life cycle and reverse logistics
G. A, B, C, D
H. B, F
I. A -> F
A. Respond rapidly to changes in the market or customer orders
B. Minimize variances in logistics service
C. Minimize inventory to reduce costs
D. Consolidate product movement by grouping shipments
E. Maintain high quality and engage in continuous improvement
F. Support the entire product life cycle and reverse logistics
G. A, B, C, D
H. B, F
I. A -> F
What does SKU stand for in inventory management?
A. Storage Keeping Unit
B. Stock Keeping Unit
C. Supply Knowledge Unit
D. Systematic Kitting Utility
A. Storage Keeping Unit
B. Stock Keeping Unit
C. Supply Knowledge Unit
D. Systematic Kitting Utility
The accumulation function in the distribution operations allows companies:
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
The sortation function in the distribution operations allows companies:
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
The allocation function in the distribution operations allows companies:
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
The assortment function in the distribution operations allows companies:
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
A. consolidate orders and shipments for production and fulfillment processes
B. assembling like-products together for storage in the distribution facility or for transfer to customers
C. matching available inventory to customer orders for a SKU
D. the assembly of customer orders for multiple SKUs held in the distribution facility
What is SKU?
A stock-keeping unit (SKU) is a number that allows vendors to automatically track inventoryin their stores.
The number usually consists of eight alphanumeric digits and a scannable bar code and is most often printed on products in a retail store. The characters make up a code that tracks the price, product details, manufacturer, and point-of-sale.
In the Sortation Function, which characteristics are used to segment goods?
A. Product lot number
B. Stock-keeping Unit (SKU)
C. Case pack size
D. Expiration date
E. All of the above
A. Product lot number
B. Stock-keeping Unit (SKU)
C. Case pack size
D. Expiration date
E. All of the above
What is Consolidation in Accumulation Function in Distribution Operation?
Collect smaller shipments to form a larger quantity in order to realize lower transportation rates.
What are the benefits of Break-bulk in Allocation Function in Distribution Operation?
A. Promotes product availability for multiple customers
B. Allows customers to purchase needed quantities rather than an excess volume that is not desired
C. Allows customers to quickly order a variety of items from a single location
A. Promotes product availability for multiple customers
B. Allows customers to purchase needed quantities rather than an excess volume that is not desired
C. Allows customers to quickly order a variety of items from a single location
In the Assortment Function, facility provides a product mixing capability, allowing customers to quickly order a variety of items from a single location.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
In the Allocation Function, Break-bulk capacity promotes product availability for multiple customers and allows them to purchase needed quantities rather than an excess volume that is not desired.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Which is the right order of Typical Warehouse Process Flow?
A. Receipt => Putaway => Storage => Inbound Inspection => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
B. Receipt => Order Picking => Putaway => Storage => Order Sorting and Packing => Inbound Inspection => Dispatch/ Shipping
C. Receipt => Inbound Inspection => Putaway => Storage => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
D. Receipt => Storage => Putaway => Inbound Inspection => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
A. Receipt => Putaway => Storage => Inbound Inspection => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
B. Receipt => Order Picking => Putaway => Storage => Order Sorting and Packing => Inbound Inspection => Dispatch/ Shipping
C. Receipt => Inbound Inspection => Putaway => Storage => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
D. Receipt => Storage => Putaway => Inbound Inspection => Order Picking => Order Sorting and Packing => Dispatch/ Shipping
What is Cross-docking?
Cross docking is a logistics technique that aims to minimize warehousing and inventory holding costs by facilitating the direct transfer of goods from inbound to outbound transportation without long-term storage.
It involves the seamless flow of products through a distribution center or terminal, where they are received, sorted, and quickly prepared for outbound shipment.
Cross-docking minimizes warehouse storage time by:
A. Grouping similar products together
B. Directly transferring goods from receiving to shipping
C. Implementing a just-in-time inventory management system
D. Utilizing vertical storage carousels
A. Grouping similar products together
B. Directly transferring goods from receiving to shipping
C. Implementing a just-in-time inventory management system
D. Utilizing vertical storage carousels
Cross docking is a logistics strategy that involves the direct transfer of goods from inbound to outbound transportation without long-term storage. It aims to minimize product handling during the transfer process, improving operational efficiency.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Pure cross docking involves the immediate transfer of goods from the receiving dock to the outbound dock, with little to no storage in between. It is suitable for high-demand, fast-moving products, reducing inventory holding costs and streamlining order fulfillment.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Consolidated cross docking combines shipments from multiple suppliers into a single outbound shipment, maximizing transportation efficiency and reducing overall transportation costs.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Cross docking is a warehousing technique that involves storing goods for an extended period to maximize inventory levels. It increases storage time and reduces transportation utilization, leading to cost savings.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Pure cross docking involves storing goods in the warehouse for an extended period, allowing for better inventory management and reducing the need for frequent transportation arrangements.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Consolidated cross docking involves shipping products individually to customers directly from the receiving dock, bypassing the outbound dock altogether. It is a cost-intensive process and not commonly used in supply chain management.
A. True
B. False
A. True
B. False
Assigning specific inventory to customer orders based on availability is known as:
A. Picking
B. Allocation
C. Replenishment
D. Cross-docking
A. Picking
B. Allocation
C. Replenishment
D. Cross-docking
