Current Issues in Logistics Quiz

Which of the following is a logistics strategy focused on reducing environmental impact?

• Globalization

• Green Logistics

• Just in Time (JIT)

• Cold Chain Logistics

Why is flexibility important in logistics according to the text?

• To maintain traditional methods

• To adapt quickly to changing consumer demands

• To reduce technological advancements

• To limit global supply networks

What is one of the benefits of having a large resource network in global logistics?

• Limited access to carriers

• Access to a wide range of carriers and resources

• Increased shipping costs

• Reduced delivery options

Which challenge in global logistics is associated with the high costs of long-distance transportation?

• Cost Management

• Regulatory Compliance

• Environmental Sustainability

• Security Threats

What does environmental sustainability in global logistics aim to reduce?

• Theft and cyberattacks

• Carbon emissions and waste

• Transport delays

• Regulatory complexities

How does green logistics aim to achieve efficiency and savings?

• By increasing the number of delivery vehicles

• By reducing harm to the environment while saving money

• By using only traditional energy sources

• By focusing solely on cost reduction

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with green logistics?

• Biodegradable packaging

• Energy-efficient technologies

• Increased fuel consumption

• Renewable energy sources

What is the benefit of cost savings in green logistics?

• Encourages stakeholder pressure

• Saves money by using less fuel and reducing waste

• Promotes collaboration in the supply chain

• Enhances company culture

What is the role of collaboration in green logistics?

• To compete with other companies

• To work with partners to find sustainable solutions

• To reduce the number of employees

• To increase production speed

Why is lack of infrastructure a challenge for green logistics?

• It increases consumer awareness.

• It requires better facilities to support green logistics.

• It reduces investment costs.

• It eliminates fossil fuel dependence.