APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 371

Modularity is defined as a process characterized by:

Answer options

• A. people and machines arranged in small groups
• B. cross-functional teams that collaborate to produce the least-cost design
• C. products that are designed in easily segmented components
• D. products that are designed so small variations in production or assembly do not adversely affect quality

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, is accurate because modularity involves designing products in a way that allows for easy separation into components. Options A and B focus on team organization and cost-efficiency rather than product design, while option D emphasizes the impact of variations on quality rather than the modular aspect of design.