​Richard Generally Frequented Brewz, a Coffeehouse Chain, When He Was

question 92

Multiple Choice

​Richard generally frequented Brewz, a coffeehouse chain, when he was in Florida. However, when his company transferred him to China, he found that the Brewz in Shanghai does not offer the same quality service as their coffee houses in Florida. Which of the following best explains this differential perception in service quality?

• A) Companies cannot easily standardize services.
• B) Buyers often play important roles in the creation and distribution of services.
• C) Services are perishable and intangible.
• D) Providers cannot make inventories of their services.

Understand the concepts of safety inventory and its impact on fill rate and cycle service level.

Gain knowledge about different types of fill rates and cycle service levels in supply chain management.

Identify the significance of product availability and safety inventory in volatile demand scenarios.

Differentiate between periodic and continuous review policies regarding safety inventory levels.

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