The implementation of a program designed to reduce changeover times will result in a temporary capacity shortage. This shortage will be handled by using some older equipment and by subcontracting some work. Which of the following methods should the company use to control capacity during this period?

The top level of the DRP record should be

An alternative to forecasting demand individually at a distribution center to be aggregated into an overall forecast is

Which of the following roles of warehouses deals with the grouping of different items into an order?

The total cost trade-off for distribution transportation costs compares the cost of transportation with the cost of

DRP is used for planning of

A typical benefit of DRP is

The distribution and procurement functions are working together to coordinate incoming shipments. This action will most likely improve the management of

Using the information provided, if the forecast is consumed by orders at the distribution warehouse, which warehouses will be placing orders?
Warehouse X WH Y WH Z Central WH
On hand 110 90 160 525
Forecast/wk 75 50 100 225
Order point 50 35 75 225
Order qty 130 100 200 500
Lead time in days 5 4 6 15

A method for improving customer responsiveness in a distribution environment is

A retail sells seasonal items in addition to its year round product lines. 3 distribution centers service the stores. Seasonal items are not ordered by the stores, but are distributed based on a percentage of the business the store typically averages, which of the following safety stock techniques is most appropriate for these items?