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Hsp2312:Logistic Purchasing Question Paper

Hsp2312:Logistic Purchasing

Course:Bachelor Of Supplies Management

Institution: Meru University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2012

QUESTION ONE – (30 MARKS)
(a) Explain the fundamental ways and means of gaining competitive advantage through logistics . (6 marks)
(b) Discuss the key concepts of logistics in business environment (8 marks)
(c) State the prime activities in line with logistics management. (6 marks)
(d) By aid of a diagram analyze the scope of reverse logistics network. (10 marks)
QUESTION TWO – (20 MARKS)
a) Discuss the purpose of stores management in an organizational set up. (10 marks)
b) Explain the relationship between stores and production department. (10 marks)
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QUESTION THREE – (20 MARKS)
a) Discuss the key techniques of inventory control in a working environment. (8 marks)
b) Highlight the distinct added value aspects of logistics. (4 marks)
c) Explain the tactical ways of minimizing redundant stock in an organization.(8 marks)
QUESTION FOUR – (20 MARKS)
(a) Discuss the application of information technology in logistics management.(8 marks)
(b) Briefly explain ways of controlling costs in distribution management. (6 marks)
(c) Assume that you have been employed as a stores keeper in a manufacturing firm. Identify the essential stores location systems in order to ensure smooth flow of activities in the company. (6 marks)
QUESTION FIVE – (20 MARKS)
Write short notes on the following scheduling and manufacturing techniques in logistics management:
(a) Materials requirement planning. (5 marks) (b) Flexible manufacturing systems. (5 marks) (c) Optimized production capacity. (5 marks) (d) Computer integrated manufacture (5 marks)

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