Exam 9: Managing Supplier Quality in the Supply Chain

Which of the following steps for supplier development occurs when there is an agreement about how the supplier needs to improve and where?

What is the function of the value chain?

For the measurement, analysis, and improvement section of ISO/TS 16949, the company needs to provide documentation that it can demonstrate product conformity and quality management system conformity.

Describe the concept of supplier evaluation.

Managing inbound logistics in the supply chain involves working with suppliers who provide parts, raw materials, components, and services.

The supplier development program developed by Chrysler, Ford, and General Motors as a single standard for certifying suppliers was called ________.

Many companies perform lengthy inspections of their suppliers that involve long-term visits and evaluations. These programs are often called ________.

Supplier awards are only issued based upon the Baldrige criteria.

Which of the following is not a potential issue that could arise from single-sourcing?

Dual sourcing reduces the exposure of having a single supplier.

Supplier audits involve all of the following except ________.

The ________ section of ISO/TS 16949 includes aspects such as purchasing, suppliers, control plans, setups, preventive maintenance, and traceability.

Two of the most commonly used sole-source filters are the ________ and ISO 9000.

What is electronic data interchange?

In a study of supply chain quality practices, the highest ranking quality tool for supply chain professionals was ________.

________ is a tool used by many firms to differentiate and discriminate between suppliers.

Customers help suppliers to increase setup times in an effort to reduce lead times.