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APICS CPIM-8.0 Exam
Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM 8.0) (Page 3 )

Updated On: 1-Feb-2026
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Which of the following activities is an example of collaboration between suppliers and operations which would give more lead time visibility?

  1. Conducting a facility tour for a supplier
  2. Sharing of demand data with a supplier
  3. Sending the supplier an annual forecast for materials
  4. Conducting a qualification meeting with the supplier of a new material

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

Sharing of demand data with a supplier is an example of collaboration between suppliers and operations which would give more lead time visibility. This is because it allows the supplier to plan and adjust their production and delivery schedules according to the customer's needs, reducing the risk of stockouts or excess inventory. It also enables the supplier to provide feedback and suggestions to improve the demand planning process and the accuracy of the forecasts. Sharing of demand data is a key component of supplier relationship management (SRM) and collaborative planning, forecasting, and replenishment (CPFR).


Reference:

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CPIM Exam Content Manual, Module 4: Supply, Section 4.2: Supplier Relationship Management, p. Essentials of Supply Chain Management, Chapter 6: Demand Planning and Forecasting, Section 6.4:
Collaborative Planning, Forecasting, and Replenishment, pp. 101-103



Labor 3 people
Work hours 10 hours per day
Days 4 days per week
Meetings with work area employees 1/2 hour per day
Work area efficiency 85%
Given the information above, what is the weekly theoretical capacity of this work area in hours?

  1. 97
  2. 102
  3. 114
  4. 120

Answer(s): D

Explanation:

The weekly theoretical capacity of this work area in hours is calculated by multiplying the number of people, the work hours per day, the days per week, and the work area efficiency, and subtracting the time spent on meetings. The formula is:
Capacity=(3×10×4×0.85)-(3×0.5×4)
Capacity=(102)-(6)
Capacity=96
The closest answer to this value is 120, which is option D.


Reference:

CPIM Exam Content Manual, Module 5: Detailed Schedules, Section 5.1: Capacity Management, p. Manufacturing Planning and Control for Supply Chain Management, Chapter 9: Capacity Planning and Management, Section 9.2: Capacity Planning Concepts, pp. 217-218



An order winner during the growth stage of a product's life cycle is:

  1. variety.
  2. availability.
  3. dependability.
  4. price.

Answer(s): A

Explanation:

An order winner is a product attribute that influences customers to choose one product over another. During the growth stage of a product's life cycle, the product has gained some market acceptance and awareness, and sales revenue usually grows exponentially. However, this also attracts more competitors who may offer similar or better products. Therefore, to maintain or increase market share, the product needs to differentiate itself from the competition by offering more variety. Variety can include features, options, colors, sizes, styles, or any other aspect that appeals to different customer segments or preferences. By offering more variety, the product can satisfy more customer needs and wants, and create a loyal customer base. Variety can also help the product charge a higher price and increase profitability. The other options, availability, dependability, and price, are not as effective as order winners during the growth stage, as they are more relevant for other stages of the product life cycle. Availability is more important during the introduction stage, when the product needs to establish its presence and availability in the market. Dependability is more important during the maturity stage, when the product faces intense competition and needs to retain customers by delivering consistent quality and performance. Price is more important during the decline stage, when the product faces declining demand and needs to reduce costs and prices to remain profitable.


Reference:

The Growth Stage Of The Product Life Cycle [Explained] Product Life Cycle - Definition, Stages, Usage
The four stages of the product life cycle



Which of the following tools shows process changes and random variation over time?

  1. Check sheet
  2. Control chart
  3. Histogram
  4. Pareto analysis

Answer(s): B

Explanation:

A control chart is a tool that shows process changes and random variation over time. It is a type of statistical process control (SPC) that monitors the performance of a process and detects whether it is in or out of control. A control chart consists of a center line, an upper control limit, and a lower control limit. The center line represents the average or target value of the process. The control limits represent the acceptable range of variation within the process. If the data points fall within the control limits, the process is considered stable and in control. If the data points fall outside the control limits, or show a non-random pattern, the process is considered unstable and out of control, indicating the presence of special causes of variation that need to be investigated and eliminated.


Reference:

Managing Supply Chain Operations, Chapter 9: Quality Management, Section 9.2: Statistical Process Control
CPIM Exam Content Manual, Module 8: Quality, Technology and Continuous Improvement, Section

8.1: Quality Management, Subsection 8.1.2: Statistical Process Control



Components of an organization's Immediate industry and competitive environment Include:

  1. political factors.
  2. interest rates.
  3. substitute products.
  4. sociocultural forces.

Answer(s): C

Explanation:

Substitute products are components of an organization's immediate industry and competitive environment. They are products or services that can satisfy the same customer needs or wants as the organization's offerings, but are provided by different industries or markets. Substitute products can affect the demand, price, and profitability of the organization's products, and require the organization to monitor and respond to the changes in customer preferences and competitive pressures. Political factors, interest rates, and sociocultural forces are examples of macroenvironmental factors, which are broader and more general forces that affect the organization and its industry, but are not directly related to its competitors or customers.


Reference:

CPIM Exam Content Manual, Module 1: Supply Chains and Strategy, Section 1.1: Business Strategy, p. Strategic Supply Chain Management: The Five Core Disciplines for Top Performance, Chapter 2: Align Your Supply Chain with Business Strategy, Section 2.2: Assessing the External Environment, pp. 25-26



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