Supply Chain Technology and Integration Flashcards
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What is 'Internet of Things' (IoT) application in supply chain management?
Answer: Connected sensors that provide real-time data on location, condition, and status of assets and shipments
IoT devices like GPS trackers, temperature sensors, and smart shelves generate continuous real-time data that improves supply chain visibility and decision-making.
Blockchain technology in supply chain is primarily valued for:
Answer: Creating an immutable, shared ledger of transactions that all parties can trust without a central authority
Blockchain provides a tamper-proof shared record of transactions, enabling traceability and trust in multi-party supply chains without requiring a trusted intermediary.
What is 'supply chain control tower' technology?
Answer: An integrated visibility platform that monitors all supply chain activities and triggers alerts and responses to exceptions
A supply chain control tower aggregates data from across the supply chain to provide end-to-end visibility, predictive alerts, and guided response recommendations.
In supply chain technology, 'API integration' allows:
Answer: Real-time data exchange between different software systems regardless of their underlying technology
APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) enable different systems — like your ERP, WMS, and carrier platforms — to communicate and share data in real time.
What is the primary purpose of a 'digital twin' in supply chain management?
Answer: A virtual simulation of the physical supply chain to model, test, and optimize decisions without real-world risk
A digital twin creates a dynamic virtual replica of the supply chain, enabling scenario planning, disruption simulation, and optimization before implementing changes.
How does 'robotic process automation' (RPA) benefit supply chain operations?
Answer: Automating repetitive, rule-based tasks like data entry, order processing, and invoice matching without human intervention
RPA software bots mimic human actions in digital systems to automate high-volume, structured tasks, reducing errors and freeing staff for higher-value work.