APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 44

Which of the following responses to risk best describes the evolving concept of flexibility in supply chain risk management?

Answer options

• A. The practice of adjusting capacities in a manufacturing environment
• B. The ability to react quickly to changes or events while maintaining customer service levels
• C. The ability to produce high volume stock keeping units (SKUs) in multiple locations
• D. The ability to produce complex configurations of a product within the standard lad time

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, emphasizes the importance of quick adaptability to unforeseen events while ensuring customer satisfaction. Options A, C, and D focus on specific operational capabilities rather than the overarching ability to respond swiftly to risks.