MMPO-006 Materials Management Solved Question Paper December 2023

MMPO-006 Materials Management Solved Question Paper December 2023

Materials Management
Course Code: MMPO-006

1. “Managers have now become more conscious of
the potential of Physical Distribution Method
(PDM) and recognize that logistical systems
should be designed with the total function in
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mind.” Explain in view of the statement, the
concept of total approach to Physical
Distribution Method (PDM).
2. What do you understand by “bullwhip effect” ?
Explain main factors that contribute towards
increase in variability in supply chain.
3. Explain IT as enabler of supply chain
management (SCM) Also, state the challenges
in implementing it in SCM.
4. What is meant by Benchmarking ? Explain the
various challenges faced in implementation of
Benchmarking.
5. Explain the concept of transportation. Also
explain how transportation acts as a vital link
in the supply chain.
6. “Demand driven supply networks are supply
chains driven by the voice of the customers”.
Comment on the statement.
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7. Write short notes on any three of the
following :
(a) Efficient Consumer Response (ECR)
(b) Supply of alliances
(c) Benefits of adopting e-SCM
(d) Direct product profitability
(e) HAULEE’s uncertainty framework