Supply Chain & Fulfillment Flashcards
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What is 'dead stock' in an ecommerce inventory context?
Answer: Products that have never been sold and are unlikely to sell, tying up capital
Dead stock refers to unsold inventory that is no longer expected to sell, representing tied-up capital and ongoing storage costs.
A merchant using Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) sends inventory to Amazon's warehouse. Who picks, packs, and ships customer orders?
Answer: Amazon's fulfillment centers handle all picking, packing, and shipping
With FBA, Amazon's fulfillment centers manage all warehousing, pick-and-pack, shipping, and even customer service for those orders.
What is the purpose of an ASN (Advance Shipping Notice) in supply chain operations?
Answer: Informing the recipient of an incoming shipment's contents, quantity, and expected arrival time
An ASN is sent by the shipper to the receiver before a shipment arrives, enabling preparation of receiving dock and inventory systems.
Which fulfillment model gives an ecommerce brand the most control over the customer unboxing experience?
Answer: In-house fulfillment from a branded warehouse
In-house fulfillment allows complete control over packaging, inserts, branding, and the unboxing experience that builds brand loyalty.
What is 'zone skipping' in parcel shipping?
Answer: Consolidating parcels and injecting them closer to their final destination, bypassing upstream zones
Zone skipping transports consolidated shipments via ground freight to a hub near the delivery zone, then injects them into last-mile delivery, reducing costs.
In ecommerce, what does 'shrinkage' refer to in the context of inventory management?
Answer: Inventory loss due to theft, damage, administrative errors, or supplier fraud
Shrinkage is the difference between recorded and actual inventory, caused by theft, damage, miscounts, or supplier shortages.
Which supply chain risk is most directly associated with single-sourcing from one supplier?
Answer: Supply disruption vulnerability if that supplier experiences issues
Single-sourcing creates concentration risk; if the sole supplier has production issues, natural disasters, or financial problems, your entire supply can be disrupted.