APICS Exam CPIM-MPR Topic 3 Question 98 Discussion

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Question #: 98
Topic #: 3

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Which of the following would typically be a consideration in a distribution requirements planning (DRP) environment?

AWhere to carry safety stock

BHow to monitor forecast error at central warehouse

CWhether to use safety lead time or safety stock

DWhether to aggregate distribution forecasts

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by Marylyn at Sep 16, 2024, 02:10 PM

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Emiko

6 months ago

D) Aggregating forecasts? Isn't that just common sense? I bet the person who wrote this question has never actually worked in a DRP environment. *rolls eyes*

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Bernardine

5 months ago

D) Whether to aggregate distribution forecasts

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Arthur

5 months ago

C) Whether to use safety lead time or safety stock

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Pamella

6 months ago

B) How to monitor forecast error at central warehouse

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Bettina

6 months ago

A) Where to carry safety stock

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Curtis

7 months ago

Hmm, I'd say B) is also important. Monitoring that forecast error helps you tweak your models and stay on top of things. Gotta love those analytics!

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Jose

7 months ago

A) Of course, where to position that safety stock is key. Can't have your whole supply chain go up in flames if one link breaks down!

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Refugia

6 months ago

A) Agreed, it's all about finding that balance between having enough safety stock without overstocking and tying up too much capital.

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Cordie

6 months ago

B) C) Aggregating distribution forecasts can also help in making more accurate decisions for DRP.

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Vincenza

6 months ago

A) Definitely, having safety stock in the right locations is crucial for ensuring continuity in the supply chain.

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Vinnie

7 months ago

C) Safety lead time and safety stock are both important considerations in DRP. Gotta have that buffer, you know?

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Ettie

6 months ago

C) Safety lead time and safety stock are both important considerations in DRP. Gotta have that buffer, you know?

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Rosenda

6 months ago

B) How to monitor forecast error at central warehouse

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Tran

6 months ago

A) Where to carry safety stock

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Hayley

7 months ago

I believe D) Whether to aggregate distribution forecasts is crucial for effective DRP.

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Colene

7 months ago

D) Definitely! Aggregating distribution forecasts is crucial in a DRP environment to get a more accurate picture of demand across the network.

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Maryln

7 months ago

C) Whether to use safety lead time or safety stock

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Ailene

7 months ago

B) How to monitor forecast error at central warehouse

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Honey

7 months ago

A) Where to carry safety stock

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Tawny

7 months ago

I agree with Nathan, but I also think C) Whether to use safety lead time or safety stock is important.

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Nathan

7 months ago

I think A) Where to carry safety stock would be a consideration in DRP.

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