Exam 14: Supply Chain Technology

RFID applications have been widely embraced due to their low cost and high reliability.

Supply chain software includes technologies that:

Spreadsheets and database software no longer have a place in SCIS as newer tools have supplanted them.

When preparing to purchase and implement SCIS components, what issues and questions must managers address?

IoT is unconnected technology with sensors, on/off switches, and Internet linkages that allow supply chain managers to intelligently link people, processes, data, and things.

SCIS software selection is relatively straightforward as the choices have been simplified.

Supply chain software is now available over the Internet. These applications are collectively known as on-demand software.

Individual supply chain applications must work together to provide a holistic view of all relevant processes, and must also link effectively to supply chain partners.

Discuss the role of information in the supply chain and how it supports supply chain planning and execution.

Describe how a supply chain information system enables process excellence and links the essential elements.

There are three principle supply chain information requirements that support effective decision-making. First, the information in a system must meet quality standards to support fact-based decision making. Second, the information must readily flow within and between organizations. Third, the information must support multiple types of supply chain decisions.

The promise of driverless vehicles is a long-range prospect as much more testing and proof of concept will be needed to gain regulatory and public acceptance of truly driverless vehicles.

Which of the below is not part of the seven Rs of logistics?

_____ is/are a major barrier to the effective use of information technology.

Business intelligence applications are being used to gather information on competitors and their suppliers.

Web-enabled SCIS allows managers to monitor sourcing, transportation, and inventory data at the order and item level.

Organizations are putting less emphasis on information technology to help them become more competitive, innovative, and adaptive, relying more on supply chain innovations.

Technological capabilities ultimately determine the success or failure of SCIS, rather than the technology users.

Identify the four primary categories of supply chain software and discuss their primary functions.

"It has been said that information is the lifeline of business, driving effective decisions and action. Quality of information is less and less important, given advances in technology."