CIPS Exam L6M9 Topic 1 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L6M9 exam

Question #: 9
Topic #: 1

[All L6M9 Questions]

Which area of operations strategy is concerned with information management systems, automation, and productivity?

ACapacity

BSupply network design

CProcess technology

DDevelopment and organisational design

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Suggested Answer: C

Process technology refers to information management systems, automation, and productivity tools.

Capacity (A) is related to resource planning.

Supply network design (B) deals with supplier relationships and logistics.

Development and organisational design (D) is about people, structures, and hierarchies.

(LO 2.1, See p.71)

by Ruth at May 01, 2025, 02:18 PM

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Malcom

2 days ago

Well, if process technology is the answer, then I guess we're all in for a real 'productivity boost'! *wink wink*

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Ronny

6 days ago

D. Development and organisational design seems like a more comprehensive option that covers the aspects of the question.

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Kiley

9 days ago

I think it's C) Process technology too, as it specifically focuses on improving operations through technology.

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Herminia

10 days ago

I'm not sure, but I think D) Development and organisational design could also be related to information management systems.

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Jutta

23 days ago

I think the answer is C. Process technology seems to be the best fit for the areas mentioned in the question.

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Verdell

5 days ago

I think it might be supply network design, as that also involves optimizing productivity.

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Tennie

16 days ago

I agree, process technology does seem to be the best fit for information management systems and automation.

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Malika

24 days ago

I agree with William, because process technology involves automation and productivity.

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William

1 months ago

I think the answer is C) Process technology.

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