TM QUIZ 1.A

What is the primary function of a Transportation Management System (TMS)?

• To oversee financial transactions

• To help in planning and executing the physical movement of goods

• To handle customer service inquiries

• To manage human resources

What does inbound logistics focus on?

• The transportation of goods to international markets

• The storage of finished products

• Purchasing and arranging the inbound movement of materials

• The movement of goods to the end user

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using a TMS?

• Improved warehouse productivity

• Enhanced routing capabilities

• Better customer service

• Increased shipping costs

What is the role of a shipper in the transportation process?

• To oversee customer service

• To manage warehouse operations

• To organize and transport goods from one point to another

• To receive goods from the carrier

What does the term 'diversion' refer to in transportation?

• The process of storing goods temporarily

• Changing the original shipment after it has been shipped

• The movement of goods between different countries

• The planning of transportation routes

Which of the following is a major logistics service provided by transportation?

• Product marketing

• Product movement

• Product design

• Product manufacturing

What is the primary focus of outbound logistics?

• The movement of final products to the end user

• The procurement of goods

• The management of supplier relationships

• The storage of raw materials

What is one of the main responsibilities of a transportation manager?

• To manage financial audits

• To handle customer complaints

• To oversee marketing strategies

• To move inventory throughout the supply chain

Which of the following is a key feature of modern TMS solutions?

• Increased paperwork

• Real-time visibility across the supply chain

• Limited carrier options

• Manual tracking of shipments

What does a TMS help companies achieve regarding shipping costs?

• Increase shipping costs

• Minimize shipping expenses

• Eliminate shipping altogether

• Standardize shipping rates