WGU C215 Pre-assessment PVDC Questions and
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Which instrument would use an allocation process for space requirements in an
industry scenario? - ANSWER -Block plan
What would be an organization's next step after it has revised or implemented new
operations? - ANSWER -Follow up to make sure the new operation resolves
quality problems
Why is it beneficial for an organization to designate employees to communicate
alternative ways to complete a job in a methods analysis? - ANSWER -They may
have suggestions for improving the operation.
Which factor determines how long it takes a qualified operator to perform a duty
of the job requirements under the assumption that the operator is working at a
sustainable pace with the proper tools for the process? - ANSWER -Standard time
Which design work system minimizes repetitiveness in tasks by assigning
employees the role of planning and scheduling? - ANSWER -Job enrichment
Which work system acknowledges the benefits of employee proficiency? -
ANSWER -Labor specialization
Which term means to schedule a job that starts immediately, regardless of the due
date? - ANSWER -Forward scheduling
What is the third basic element in the just-in-time (JIT) system if the first element
is total quality management (TQM) and the second is JIT manufacturing? -
ANSWER -Respect for people
How of just-in-time (JIT) and lean systems add value? - ANSWER -By reducing
waste
, Which concept takes a total system approach to creating an efficient operation and
combines concepts such as just-in-time (JIT), total quality management (TQM),
and continuous improvement? - ANSWER -Lean systems
Why is Kanban significant to the "pull" system? - ANSWER -It specifies the
exact quantity of a product that needs to be produced
What are two product system differences between the push and pull process? -
ANSWER -Push moves the product forward in anticipation for demand.
Pull eliminates excess inventory.
Which function does marketing play in a just-in-time (JIT) organization? -
ANSWER -JIT marketing focuses on customer-driven quality.
How does a just-in-time (JIT) system influence all functional areas within a
company? - ANSWER -Companies are able to reduce waste.
Companies develop new ways to generate revenue.
What are two ways management can assist employees' focus in a just-in-time (JIT)
processing environment? - ANSWER -Ensure that workers receive multifunctional
training
Develop an incentive system to reward workers for their efforts
Which tier-level supplier directly supplies materials or services to a processing
and packaging plant? - ANSWER -Tier three suppliers
Which role do third-party logistics providers play in the supply chain? -
ANSWER -External distributors
A company manufactures and distributes its own products.
When should the company consider outsourcing its distribution? - ANSWER -
When the company determines that distribution is no longer a core function
What is the measure of how much supply chain is owned or operated by the
manufacturer? - ANSWER -Vertical integration
Answers Verified 100% Correct
Which instrument would use an allocation process for space requirements in an
industry scenario? - ANSWER -Block plan
What would be an organization's next step after it has revised or implemented new
operations? - ANSWER -Follow up to make sure the new operation resolves
quality problems
Why is it beneficial for an organization to designate employees to communicate
alternative ways to complete a job in a methods analysis? - ANSWER -They may
have suggestions for improving the operation.
Which factor determines how long it takes a qualified operator to perform a duty
of the job requirements under the assumption that the operator is working at a
sustainable pace with the proper tools for the process? - ANSWER -Standard time
Which design work system minimizes repetitiveness in tasks by assigning
employees the role of planning and scheduling? - ANSWER -Job enrichment
Which work system acknowledges the benefits of employee proficiency? -
ANSWER -Labor specialization
Which term means to schedule a job that starts immediately, regardless of the due
date? - ANSWER -Forward scheduling
What is the third basic element in the just-in-time (JIT) system if the first element
is total quality management (TQM) and the second is JIT manufacturing? -
ANSWER -Respect for people
How of just-in-time (JIT) and lean systems add value? - ANSWER -By reducing
waste
, Which concept takes a total system approach to creating an efficient operation and
combines concepts such as just-in-time (JIT), total quality management (TQM),
and continuous improvement? - ANSWER -Lean systems
Why is Kanban significant to the "pull" system? - ANSWER -It specifies the
exact quantity of a product that needs to be produced
What are two product system differences between the push and pull process? -
ANSWER -Push moves the product forward in anticipation for demand.
Pull eliminates excess inventory.
Which function does marketing play in a just-in-time (JIT) organization? -
ANSWER -JIT marketing focuses on customer-driven quality.
How does a just-in-time (JIT) system influence all functional areas within a
company? - ANSWER -Companies are able to reduce waste.
Companies develop new ways to generate revenue.
What are two ways management can assist employees' focus in a just-in-time (JIT)
processing environment? - ANSWER -Ensure that workers receive multifunctional
training
Develop an incentive system to reward workers for their efforts
Which tier-level supplier directly supplies materials or services to a processing
and packaging plant? - ANSWER -Tier three suppliers
Which role do third-party logistics providers play in the supply chain? -
ANSWER -External distributors
A company manufactures and distributes its own products.
When should the company consider outsourcing its distribution? - ANSWER -
When the company determines that distribution is no longer a core function
What is the measure of how much supply chain is owned or operated by the
manufacturer? - ANSWER -Vertical integration
