(CSC408) Ch 8 MCQs: Enterprise Apps

What is the primary purpose of enterprise systems?

• Increase product prices
• Decrease customer loyalty
• Integrate core business processes
• Build brand awareness

Which of the following is NOT a component of enterprise software modules?

• Finance and accounting
• Graphic design tools
• Sales and marketing
• Manufacturing and production

Enterprise systems are built around:

• Personal preferences of users
• Randomized workflows
• Predefined best-practice business processes
• Traditional filing systems

What is a key benefit of enterprise systems?

• Limit interdepartmental communication
• Enable slow decision-making
• Provide firm-wide information
• Increase employee turnover

Which type of supply chain includes suppliers and their suppliers?

• Internal supply chain
• Downstream supply chain
• Upstream supply chain
• Reverse supply chain

The term 'bullwhip effect' refers to:

• Efficient supply forecasting
• Amplification of demand fluctuations in the supply chain
• Minimization of logistics costs
• Direct-to-consumer delivery

Just-in-time strategy aims to:

• Increase safety stock
• Deliver goods after customer complaints
• Receive goods only when needed
• Store surplus inventory

Pull-based model is also known as:

• Push-to-sell
• Demand-driven model
• Stock accumulation model
• Overproduction model

Which of the following is a challenge of global supply chains?

• Shorter transport times
• Limited participants
• Greater geographical distances
• No need for coordination

What is the role of supply chain execution systems?

• Develop new product ideas
• Manage the flow of products
• Increase taxes
• Predict customer behavior