Distribution Management Quiz chapter1

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core activity within the scope of distribution management?

• Inventory control

• Product packaging

• Human resource recruitment

• Supply chain coordination

Beyond physical movement, modern distribution management also encompasses the collection and dissemination of information for what primary purpose?

• To reduce manufacturing costs

• To identify growth opportunities and assess competitive standing

• To streamline internal accounting processes

• To manage employee benefits

What is the primary distinction between 'commercial distribution' and 'physical distribution' (logistics)?

• Commercial distribution focuses on sales, while physical distribution focuses on movement and storage.

• Commercial distribution is for international markets, while physical distribution is for domestic.

• Commercial distribution involves direct sales, while physical distribution involves intermediaries.

• Commercial distribution is about product design, while physical distribution is about marketing.

A deficiency in one area of distribution management, such as inventory control, can lead to cascading effects throughout the network. This highlights the need for:

• Increased outsourcing of all distribution functions.

• A holistic and integrated management approach.

• Reduced investment in technology.

• Focusing solely on cost reduction.

For Filipino entrepreneurs in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, a meticulously managed distribution network is indispensable for all the following reasons EXCEPT:

• Preventing lost sales

• Mitigating customer dissatisfaction

• Averting reductions in profitability

• Eliminating the need for marketing

The Distribution Management Association of the Philippines (DMAP) was founded in 1989 primarily in response to:

• A need for more academic research in logistics.

• Perceived inequities in shipping rates.

• The rise of e-commerce.

• A government mandate for industry associations.

What significant change occurred in 2007 regarding DMAP?

• It merged with an international logistics association.

• It shifted its focus exclusively to air cargo.

• It officially transitioned into the Supply Chain Management Association of the Philippines (SCMAP).

• It became a government regulatory body.

SCMAP's broadened strategic focus after 2007 aimed at:

• Reducing the number of regional distribution centers.

• Enhancing the global competitiveness of the Philippine supply chain industry.

• Advocating for stricter 'Cabotage' laws.

• Limiting foreign investment in logistics.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, SCMAP contributed to nation-building by:

• Developing new transportation modes.

• Creating the SCAn Dashboard and Incident Reporter App to identify logistics bottlenecks and ensure the unhampered movement of goods.

• Directly distributing relief goods to affected communities.

• Lobbying for reduced taxes on imported goods.

The historical context of the leading supply chain association in the Philippines suggests that the distribution landscape has consistently faced challenges stemming from:

• A lack of skilled labor.

• Internal operational inefficiencies only.

• Significant external pressures like infrastructure limitations and regulatory complexities.

• Over-reliance on direct-to-consumer models.