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Hps2212:Inventory Management Question Paper

Hps2212:Inventory Management

Course:Bachelor Of Commerce

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2013

QUESTION ONE – 30 MARKS
a. Explain the concept of MRP indicating its importance in material management. (8 Marks) b. What are the reasons for maintaining low inventory levels in an organization? (4 Marks) c. Explain the factors which should be considered when setting up the maximum inventory levels. (6 Marks) d. Explain the future of inventory management in relation to information technological development in Kenya. (8 Marks)
QUESTION TWO – 20 MARKS
a. Explain the possible problems that may be encountered by an organization that applies poor inventory control system. (10 Marks) b. Material coding has become a common practice in most business organizations. Explain. (10 Marks)
QUESTION THREE – 20 MARKS
a. Explain the importance of J.I.T in inventory management. (10 Marks) b. Even in organizations where J.I.T inventory control tool is applied there is still need for warehousing. Explain its importance. (10 Marks)
QUESTION FOUR – 20 MARKS
Assume you have been appointed the stores manager by your employer, explain that the role you would be expected to play. (20 Marks)
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QUESTION FIVE – 20 MARKS
Explain the following concepts in relation to inventory control:
a. Standardization and variety reduction. (5 Marks) b. Inspection and stock checking. (5 Marks) c. Stores location and stores lay out. (5 Marks) d. E-inventory management. (5 Marks)

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