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Actual exam question from APICS's CSCP
Question #: 277
Topic #: 1
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A manufacturer's inventory levels are growing and service levels are dropping. Which of the following supply chain strategies is most appropriate to reduce inventory and improve service?

  • A. Increase the safety stock on all items.
  • B. Reduce the setup time.
  • C. Optimize the total cost.
  • D. Implement batch operations.
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Suggested Answer: B 🗳️

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3kittens
2 years, 9 months ago
D. Implement batch operations.
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Nowaz
2 years, 9 months ago
Incorrect. Since inventory levels are rising and service levels are dropping, this means the operation needs to move quicker. The only answer choice that achieves this reducing set up time. Batch processing is slower. https://www.generalkinematics.com/blog/batch-processing-vs-continuous-flow/
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