APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 203

A company recently announced a recall of imported lead-tainted toys sold through a network of retailers. The recall is related to which of the following attributes of an agile supply chain?

Answer options

• A. Visibility
• B. Variability
• C. Value
• D. Velocity

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A, Visibility, as it involves the ability to track and monitor products within the supply chain, which is crucial during a recall. The other options, Variability, Value, and Velocity, do not directly relate to the immediate need for transparency and awareness of product safety in the context of a recall.