The Traffic Manager for WLG,Inc Is Evaluating Transportation Modes for Shipment

question 28

Multiple Choice

The traffic manager for WLG,Inc is evaluating transportation modes for shipment of the company's products.WLG's components division produces electronic assemblies according to buyer's specifications.The typical product is high-value--in the range of $30,000 to $50,000,small--less than 8 inches square,very fragile,insurance costs are $1750 per day for each item,and the shipment distance is 2,500 miles.Which mode of transportation would be most appropriate?

• A) Amtrak
• B) Air
• C) freight forwarder
• D) Time guaranteed delivery truck

Identify the demographic challenges and trends affecting organizations.

Recognize strategies to address workforce aging and retirement.

Understand the approaches to lower labor costs and their impacts on organizations.

Grasp the concept of offshoring and its implications for HRM.

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