APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 477

Which of the following tools is an optimization tool for supply chain management?

Answer options

• A. Capacity requirements planning (CRP)
• B. Advanced planning and scheduling (APS)
• C. Material requirements planning (MRP)
• D. Radio frequency identification (RFID)

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B, Advanced planning and scheduling (APS), as it focuses on optimizing the planning and scheduling processes within supply chains. Options A (Capacity requirements planning) and C (Material requirements planning) are also important but are more about planning rather than optimization. Option D (Radio frequency identification) is a technology used for tracking items and does not directly contribute to supply chain optimization.