Scm 421 exam 3 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Production planning and control systems are comprised of these 2 activities: - Answer- 1. Planning and control of materials "Materials management" 2.Planning and control of capacities "Capacity planning" Materials Management - Answer- supports the transformation of raw materials and component parts into shipped or finished goods Capacity Planning - Answer- The process of determining how much capacity is needed (and when) in order to produce in the future What materials do we bu...

What are the 4 steps to category planning? - Answer- Step 1: Define Objectives (Create Visibility) Step 2: Get the Facts (Define Boundaries) Step 3: Develop a Plan (Establish Priorities) -Focus on the "Big" Stuff -Manage the Small Stuff Step 4: Implement the Plan; Evaluate the Results (Stay Organized—and disciplined) How do you define your company's strategic position? - Answer- Define strategy (customer, strategic position, value proposition) and purchasing's fit (role of purchas...