APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 41

The primary objective of supply chain management is:

Answer options

• A. minimizing transportation costs.
• B. reducing inventory levels.
• C. taking a systems approach.
• D. implementing advanced technologies.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, emphasizes the importance of a systems approach in supply chain management, which considers the entire process and its interactions. Options A and B focus on specific cost and inventory measures, while D highlights technology, which, while important, is not the primary objective of managing the supply chain.