Hps2207:Warehousing Question Paper
Hps2207:Warehousing
Course:Bachelor Of Commerce
Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers
Exam Year:2013
QUESTION ONE (30 MARKS)
a) Explain the importance of warehousing and factors to be considered in locating of warehouses. (10 Marks) b) What are bonded warehouses and what is their significance to global distribution operations. (5 Marks) c) Indicate the advantages and disadvantages of air, motor and rail carriers. (10 Marks) d) Name any five performance measurement indicators in distribution indicating their importance. (5 Marks)
QUESTION TWO (20 MARKS)
a) Why is time utility important in distribution process? (10 Marks) b) How does material handling affect the distribution process? (10 Marks)
QUESTION THREE (20 MARKS)
a) Describe distribution information system in terms of its purpose. (10 Marks) b) What is EDI and how is do buyers and sellers benefit in a distribution channel? (10 Marks)
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QUESTION FOUR (20 MARKS)
a) Explain the difference between inventory carrying cost and order costs. ( 10 Marks) b) Discuss the cost of carrying inventory in transit. (10 Marks)
QUESTION FIVE (20 MARKS)
a) Indicate the mode of transportation that would be used to transport the following and give reasons i. Electronic products from Canada ii. Raw materials for agriculture from Brazil iii. Light weight goods locally (15 Marks) b) What role does the container play in domestic and international transportation? (5 Marks)
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