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SEM 4 SUPPLY CHAIN
MANAGEMENT (SCM) FALL 2013
SC0006 – GLOBAL
LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
1
Write a note on any three trade
blocks
A
Explanation of trading bloc
Description of any of the three
European Union (EU) North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) Association of
Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Mercado Comun del Sur (MERCOSUR) South Asian
Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
1
9 (3 marks each)
10
2
Explain the three basic types of
cargo
A
Explanation of cargo
Types of cargo Bulk cargo
Break–bulk cargo Neo–bulk cargo
1
9 ( 3 marks each)
10
3
Describe intermodal movements in
detail
A Intermodal movement by rail
Intermodal movement by over-the-road trucks Intermodal movement by air
9 (3 marks each)
10
Figure of Intermodal Movement for
Delivering Goods
1
4
Write a note on ocean liner
conferences
A Description of liner conference
Organization of conference with example Initiation of the first ocean liner
conference conclusion
3
3
3
1
10
5
Explain the different
methods/terms of payments
A Cash in advance Letter of
credit (L/C) Documentary collection against payment Open account
10 (2.5 marks each)
10
6
Briefly explain the important
functions involved in an international distribution channel
A
Order management
Protective packing
Pre-shipment inspections
Commercial diversion
10(2.5 marks each)
10
SC0007 – CATEGORY
MANAGEMENT IN PURCHASING
1
Write a note on product category
lifecycle
Why business enterprises use the
product category lifecycle Figure Stages of the lifecycle Marketing Mix
Strategy for Products in their Different Life Cycle
2
1
4
3
10
2
Describe the steps implemented in
communication planning
A
1. Research and analysis
2. Goals and objectives
3. Target audience
4. Key messages
5. Communication strategy
6. Evaluation
2
2
2
1
1.5
1.5
10
3
Write a note on contingency
planning
A Definition Steps to be taken as
a course of action if a risk event occurs in contingency planning: Different
types of contingency plans and their interdependency on each other Risk and
Contingency Matrix
10
10
Safeguard from supply
disturbances with example
4
Discuss e-auctions in detail
A Explanation of e-auction
including why they are termed ‘reverse auctions’ E-auction Process Features of
e-auction Benefits of using e-auctions Limitations of e-auction
10( 2marks each)
10
5
Explain the creation of programme
plan
A
1. Use of programme plan
2. Strategies in programme plan
3. Main components included in
category management programme plan
4. conclusion
3
3
3
1
10
6
Explain how price cost analysis
is performed in category management
Description of price cost
analysis Application Information to Collect for Developing PPCA Steps after
data is gathered
10(2.5 marks each)
10
SC0008 –PURCHASING
AND CONTRACTING FOR PROJECTS
1
What are the factors influencing
contracting strategies
A
1. Internal forces
2. Project characteristics
3. External forces
4. Price competition
5. Price analysis
6. Cost analysis
7. Period of contracting
10( explain any 5 factors , 2
marks each)
10
2
Write a brief note on fixed price
and reimbursable contracts and differentiate between them.
A Explanation fixed price and
reimbursable Differences fixed price and reimbursable Advantages and
disadvantages fixed price and reimbursable
2
5
3
10
3
“Appropriate usage of words is
very essential in communicating our requirements to the supplier or the
contractor”. Justify.
A
(examples may also be included)
Advantages of using the words appropriately Interpretation of words Use of
words in technical environment How words prevents the buyers from over
specifying
10 (2.5 marks each)
10
4
What can a project manager do to
control money flow?
A Background and scenario Key
Components of the Process to Control the Procurement of Goods and Services
Examples to control money flow Roy Whittaker rules for managers
10(2.5 marks each)
10
5
Explain any five steps required
to evaluate tenders.
A
Any 5 Evaluate compliance Provide
clarity offers Assess qualitative/non-cost criteria Shortlist offers Ask
tenderers to make a formal presentation Estimate value for money and compare
offers Choose the preferred offer Apply due diligence Prepare the evaluation
report Provide the evaluation report to organisation’s evaluation committee for
approval Make negotiations Final approval process
10(2 marks each)
10
6
Describe any two enquiry methods
A
(Any two of the following with
explanation, benefits and drawbacks) Open tendering Selective tendering Two
stage tendering Serial tendering Negotiated tenders or contracts
10 ( 5 marks each)
10
SC0009–SUPPLY CHAIN
COST MANAGEMENT
1
Elucidate the measures that
organisations can take to align their supply chain with that of their customers
A
purchasing behaviour of the
customer
Supply Chain Solutions for Value
Propositions
Formulation of a customer service
strategy
Examples
conclusion
2
3
3
1
1
10
2
Briefly discuss the eight steps
of the AIM & DRIVE Process for cost management.
A
1) Agreeing on the need to manage
costs
2) Identifying critical costs in
the supply chain
3) Measuring secondary and
tertiary costs
4) Defining the key cost drivers
and developing the strategic options
5) Reducing, eliminating, or
changing activities causing cost escalation
6) Implementing the action plan
7) Verifying the plan with cost
monitors
8) Eternally improving and
leveraging the process
10 (1.25 marks each)
10
3
What are the different approaches
developed to assess the sustainability performance of the supply chain?
A
Enterprise level performance
metrics
Metrics for economic
sustainability
Metrics for environmental
sustainability
Metrics for societal
sustainability
10 (2.5 marks each)
10
4
Explain how organisations can
apply web 2.0 technology to communicate new ideas.
A
Background
Explanation of various web 2.0
technology
Analysis
Examples
conclusion
10( 2 marks each)
10
5
Explain the three ways that help
customers to extract vital cost information about a particular service or
product
A
• Analysis of supplier provided
data
• Development of Should Cost
models
• Availability of internal data
Conclusion
9 (3 marks each)
1
10
6
How do you develop strategic
options for selected cost drivers?
A
Explain with the aid of an
example
Identifying factors
Determining value of factors
conclusion
10 ( 2.5 marks each)
10
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