CTE Transportation, Distribution & Logistics Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a warehouse management system (WMS)?
Answer: To control and optimize warehouse operations including inventory tracking and order fulfillment
A WMS is software that manages receiving, putaway, picking, packing, and shipping within a warehouse to maximize efficiency.
Which type of inventory cost refers to the expense of storing unsold goods?
Answer: Carrying cost
Carrying costs include warehousing, insurance, depreciation, and capital tied up in unsold inventory.
What is a key advantage of using RFID technology in a distribution center?
Answer: Items can be tracked without requiring line-of-sight scanning
RFID tags can be read automatically through boxes and pallets, enabling faster and more accurate inventory tracking than traditional barcodes.
In distribution, what does 'cross-docking' mean?
Answer: Transferring inbound shipments directly to outbound vehicles with minimal storage time
Cross-docking reduces handling and storage costs by transferring goods from incoming to outgoing trucks at a terminal with little or no warehousing in between.
Which federal law governs the transportation of hazardous materials in the United States?
Answer: The Hazardous Materials Transportation Act (HMTA)
The HMTA authorizes the DOT to issue regulations for safe transport of hazardous materials by highway, rail, air, and water.
What does 'reverse logistics' refer to in supply chain management?
Answer: The process of moving goods from customers back to sellers or manufacturers for returns, recycling, or disposal
Reverse logistics manages product returns, recalls, repairs, and recycling, which are increasingly important for customer satisfaction and sustainability.