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APICS Exam CPIM-8.0 Topic 2 Question 8 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-8.0 exam
Question #: 8
Topic #: 2
[All CPIM-8.0 Questions]

What is the main negative effect of changing the due dates of open orders?

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Suggested Answer: C

Changing the due dates of open orders is a common practice to cope with demand fluctuations, capacity constraints, or material shortages. However, it can have a negative effect on the stability and reliability of the schedule, causing ''nervousness''. Nervousness is the tendency of the schedule to change frequently and significantly due to minor changes in inputs or parameters. Nervousness can result in increased costs, reduced efficiency, lower quality, and lower customer satisfaction. To avoid or reduce nervousness, some strategies are: using time fences, freezing the schedule, aggregating the demand, and using safety stock or safety time.Reference:=

CPIM Exam Content Manual, Module 5: Detailed Schedules, Section 5.1: Capacity Management, p. 18

Manufacturing Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management, Chapter 9: Capacity Planning and Management, Section 9.3: Capacity Planning and Scheduling, pp. 222-223


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Ronny
1 months ago
Ah, the old 'change the due dates' trick. Classic move to really throw everyone off their game. I'd go with C on this one.
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Glory
2 months ago
I think changing due dates can cause confusion and delays in fulfilling orders.
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Kindra
2 months ago
I'm going with B. Changing due dates is bound to decrease the customer service level. Nobody likes late deliveries!
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King
20 days ago
It's important to consider the negative effects before making changes to due dates.
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Shawna
24 days ago
I think it also leads to 'nervousness' in the schedule.
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Rolland
1 months ago
I agree, changing due dates can definitely impact customer service.
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Clorinda
2 months ago
Hmm, I'd say it's a toss-up between A and C. That 'nervousness' in the schedule can really throw a wrench in things.
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Ula
10 days ago
True, it's a tough call between A and C.
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Blondell
26 days ago
That 'nervousness' can really mess things up.
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Fernanda
1 months ago
Yeah, but it also causes 'nervousness' in the schedule.
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Blondell
1 months ago
I think changing due dates can make the schedule inaccurate.
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Terrilyn
2 months ago
Definitely option A. When you start messing with the due dates, it just creates chaos and confusion throughout the entire schedule.
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Marquetta
2 months ago
B) The customer service level decreases.
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Gail
2 months ago
I think the main negative effect is the inaccuracy of the schedule information. Changing due dates can really mess up the whole system.
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Rikki
1 months ago
C) It leads to 'nervousness' in the schedule.
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Leatha
2 months ago
A) The schedule information becomes inaccurate.
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Glory
2 months ago
A) The schedule information becomes inaccurate.
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