Matt Is the Distribution Center Manager for a Toy Manufacturer

question 36

Multiple Choice

Matt is the distribution center manager for a toy manufacturer. The last quarter of every year presents a huge challenge for him in terms of managing the tremendous volume of toys moving through the distribution center, including tracking the SKUs of all products. This example represents which aspect of DC management?

• A) Labor availability issues
• B) Demand variation
• C) Higher customer requirements
• D) Value-added activities

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Definitions:

Compensation

The payment and benefits that employees receive in exchange for their work, including salaries, wages, bonuses, and benefits.

Balanced Scorecard

A system for strategic planning and management that helps align organizational activities with its vision and strategy, enhances communication within and outside the organization, and tracks the organization's performance in relation to its strategic objectives.

Easily Manipulated

Refers to data or variables that can be quickly and often unethically altered or influenced.

Reliable

A characteristic indicating that something is consistently good in quality or performance; dependable.