Hps2207:Warehousing Question Paper
Hps2207:Warehousing
Course:Bachelor Of Commerce
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2014
QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
You are a member of a project team that has been set up to find more storage space for a growing retailer which sells non food products (for example books and stationery). The budget does not allow for a new build and so you will have to select from a range of pre-built warehouses.
(a) Analyze the factors that you would need to consider when evaluating if an existing warehouse site is suitable for the organization’s needs. (10 Marks) (b) Explain, with relevant examples, five ways that the warehousing and distribution function can add value to the organization. (10 Marks) (c) Evaluate the options open to an organization when dealing with its redundant stock of consumer goods. (10 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
(a) Explain any four modes of transport and their advantages and disadvantages. (8 Marks) (b) Name any three principles of good routing/scheduling. (6 Marks) (c) Explain, using examples, how the use of the internet can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the warehousing and distribution function. (6 Marks)
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
(a) Explain any two techniques used to speed up order picking and their advantages. (4 Marks)
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(b) Explain the circumstances under which cross-docking is used in the warehouse. (6 Marks) (c) Using relevant examples, explain how the use of the internet can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the warehousing and distribution function. (10 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
(a) Analyze the impact that the development of intermodal transport systems had had on the effectiveness of distribution. Support your answer with appropriate examples. (10 Marks) (b) Evaluate how efficiency and effectiveness can be measured in storage and distribution, using examples to support your answer. (10 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE (20 MARKS)
Legislation concerning the transport of dangerous (hazardous) goods requires the appointment of a dangerous goods safety adviser.
(a) Explain the role of a dangerous goods safety adviser. (10 Marks) (b) Discuss the responsibilities of dangerous goods vehicle drivers under the legislation controlling the transport of dangerous goods. (10 Marks)
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