Technology Return on Investment (ROI) for Supply Chain Management

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a limitation of the NPV method for evaluating supply chain technology ROI?

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Ignores ongoing costs

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Considers the time value of money

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Requires accurate estimates of future cash flows

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Can be influenced by the discount rate used

Question 2

When calculating the payback period for a supply chain technology investment, which of the following should be included?

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Both initial investment cost and annual cash inflows

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Initial investment cost only

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Annual cash inflows only

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Neither initial investment cost nor annual cash inflows

Question 3

What is the main purpose of conducting a sensitivity analysis when evaluating the ROI of a supply chain technology?

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To determine the impact of changing assumptions on the estimated ROI

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To identify potential risks and opportunities

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To calculate the break-even point

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To justify the investment to stakeholders

Question 4

Which of the following is not a type of supply chain technology that can potentially improve ROI?

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Spreadsheet-based inventory management systems

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Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

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Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

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Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a method for calculating the ROI of a supply chain technology solution?

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Gross margin

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Net present value (NPV)

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Internal rate of return (IRR)

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Payback period

Question 6

True or False: A higher ROI always indicates a better investment decision for supply chain technology.

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False

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True

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a key benefit of measuring ROI for supply chain technology investments?

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Increased brand awareness

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Improved decision-making

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Increased efficiency

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Reduced costs

Question 8

The payback period is a measure of:

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The amount of time it takes to recover the initial investment

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The annual return on investment

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The net present value of the investment

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The internal rate of return

Question 9

Which of the following methods involves discounting future cash flows to calculate the present value of an investment?

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Net present value

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Payback period

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Internal rate of return

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Return on investment

Question 10

What is the internal rate of return (IRR)?

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The discount rate that makes the net present value of an investment equal to zero

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The annual rate of return on an investment

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The payback period of an investment

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The return on investment

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a key element in interpreting the results of an ROI analysis?

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Ignoring the results

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Sensitivity analysis

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Scenario planning

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Comparison to industry benchmarks

Question 12

What is the primary purpose of conducting an ROI analysis before implementing a supply chain technology solution?

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To justify the investment

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To identify opportunities for improvement

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To monitor the progress of the investment

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To evaluate the impact on stakeholders

Question 13

What is the primary objective of analyzing ROI results?

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To assess the financial viability of a technology solution

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To justify implementation expenses

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To compare various technology options

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To monitor project progress

Question 14

What is the main purpose of the payback period method in ROI calculation?

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Determining the duration to recover the initial investment

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Predicting future cash flows

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Discounting cash flows to present value

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Evaluating long-term profitability

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of utilizing supply chain technology?

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Extended lead times

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Improved inventory management

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Increased customer satisfaction

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Lower labor costs

Question 16

How should the evaluation of a supply chain technology's ROI be aligned with an organization's strategic direction?

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Align ROI analysis with organizational goals to ensure technology investments contribute to broader objectives.

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Focus solely on short-term financial gains from the technology investment.

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Evaluate ROI based solely on industry benchmarks, disregarding the organization's unique objectives.

Question 17

Which of the following is a growing trend in ROI analysis for supply chain technology?

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Data Analytics

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Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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Traditional ROI Metrics

Question 18

Which approach is recommended for making informed decisions regarding supply chain technology investments?

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Consider both quantitative and qualitative factors.

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Rely исключительно on quantitative ROI metrics.

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Make decisions based on intuition.

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Outsource the decision-making process to external consultants.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of calculating return on investment (ROI) for supply chain technology projects?

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Increased competitiveness without considering market factors

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Improved decision-making

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Prioritization of projects based on their potential benefits

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Reduced risk of unsuccessful technology investments

Question 20

What is the mathematical formula for calculating ROI for a technology investment?

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ROI = (Gain from investment) / (Cost of investment)

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ROI = (Cost of investment) / (Gain from investment)

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ROI = (Gain from investment - Cost of investment)

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ROI = (Cost of investment - Gain from investment)

Question 21

Which of the following is a commonly used method for evaluating the intangible benefits, such as improved customer satisfaction or reduced lead times, of a technology investment?

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Quality function deployment

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Payback period

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Net present value

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Weighted average cost of capital

Question 22

What is the primary purpose of performing sensitivity analysis in ROI calculations?

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To determine how robust the calculated ROI is to changes in input variables

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To identify the optimal investment scenario with the highest possible ROI

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To allocate funds to different investment projects based on their ROI

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To predict future returns on investment with certainty

Question 23

How does the maturity of a technology affect the evaluation of ROI for a supply chain technology investment?

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Mature and proven technologies typically have higher ROI potential due to lower risks

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Emerging and untested technologies have higher ROI potential due to their potential to disrupt the market

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Technology maturity is not a significant factor in evaluating ROI

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ROI depends solely on the specific technology solution and its implementation

Question 24

Improved: Which method involves calculating the present value of an investment by discounting future cash flows?

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Net present value (NPV)

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Payback period

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Return on assets (ROA)

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Benefit-cost ratio

Question 25

Improved: What does the payback period measure?

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The time required for an investment to recover its initial cost.

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The total return on investment.

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The net present value of an investment.

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The internal rate of return of an investment.

Question 26

Improved: What is the primary purpose of a cost-benefit analysis in the context of supply chain technology ROI evaluation?

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Quantifying the potential financial benefits and costs of an investment.

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Assessing the operational impact of an investment.

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Identifying the risks associated with an investment.

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Determining the optimal investment strategy.

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a crucial consideration when calculating ROI for supply chain technology investments?

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Company's brand reputation

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Project implementation costs

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Expected technology benefits

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Time frame of the investment

Question 28

What is the predominantly employed method for calculating ROI in supply chain technology investments?

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Net present value (NPV) analysis

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Payback period analysis

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Internal rate of return (IRR) analysis

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Return on equity (ROE) analysis

Question 29

What is the primary purpose of performing sensitivity analysis in ROI calculations for supply chain technology investments?

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To evaluate the impact of varying assumptions

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To identify the most profitable investment opportunity

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To determine the exact return on investment

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To eliminate any potential risks associated with the investment

Question 30

Why is it crucial to consider both tangible and intangible benefits when calculating ROI for supply chain technology investments?

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Both tangible and intangible benefits should be considered to provide a comprehensive understanding of the technology's value

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Tangible benefits are easier to quantify, while intangible benefits are subjective and harder to measure

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Intangible benefits can often have a greater impact on ROI than tangible benefits

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Only tangible benefits should be considered as they are more reliable and easier to measure

Question 31

In the context of supply chain technology ROI assessment, which ethical factor is crucial to consider?

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Data privacy and security

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Environmental sustainability

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Cost-effectiveness

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User satisfaction

Question 32

When assessing the ROI of a supply chain technology solution, which ethical factors should be considered, given the potential advantages and disadvantages?

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The possible effects on the environment, employees, and customers.

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Only take ethical considerations into account if the potential risks outweigh the benefits.

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Ethical considerations should only be considered for technologies that use personal information.

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Ethical considerations should not be a major factor in ROI evaluations.

Question 33

Which factor is not typically considered when evaluating the ROI of a supply chain technology solution?

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Employee morale

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Increased customer satisfaction

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Cost savings

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Reduced lead times

Question 34

What is the primary purpose of conducting a sensitivity analysis in ROI evaluation?

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To assess how changes in assumptions affect ROI

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To identify potential risks

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To validate the ROI estimate

Question 35

What is the principal objective of ROI evaluation in supply chain technology investments?

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To make informed decisions on technology investments

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To justify the cost of the investment

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To prove the value of the investment

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of technology ROI analysis?

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Assessing employee morale

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Prioritizing technology projects

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Justifying technology investments

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Improving decision-making

Question 37

Which of the following is a qualitative factor to consider when evaluating a technology investment?

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Enhanced customer experience

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Improved efficiency

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Increased revenue

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Reduced costs

Question 38

Which of the following is a limitation of using the payback period method?

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Ignores the time value of money

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Provides a quick estimate of ROI

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Easy to calculate

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Can be used to compare different investments

Question 39

Which of the following is a suggested best practice for conducting a technology ROI analysis?

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Involve stakeholders throughout the process

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Ignore qualitative factors

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Use only quantitative metrics

Question 40

What is the role of sensitivity analysis in technology ROI evaluation?

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Assesses the impact of changes in key variables on ROI

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Eliminates all uncertainty from ROI projections

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Guarantees a precise ROI estimate

Question 41

Which of the following is a limitation of using ROI to evaluate supply chain technology investments?

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It provides a guarantee of future success

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It helps compare different investment options

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It supports decision-making based on objective data

Question 42

Which measure is used to calculate the net benefit of an investment over its entire lifespan?

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Net present value (NPV)

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Return on assets (ROA)

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Internal rate of return (IRR)

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Payback period

Question 43

What is a critical factor to consider when interpreting ROI results?

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The specific context and objectives of the investment

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The industry average ROI

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The size of the investment

Question 44

What is a key challenge in quantifying the benefits of supply chain technology investments?

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Measuring indirect and long-term impacts

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Determining the appropriate discount rate

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Calculating the cost of the investment

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Estimating the expected return

Question 45

Which of the following is a recommended practice for conducting ROI analysis for supply chain technology investments?

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Establish clear goals and objectives before the investment

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Focus solely on short-term financial returns

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Use a generic ROI template without customization

Question 46

What is the purpose of sensitivity analysis in ROI evaluation?

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To assess the impact of changes in assumptions on ROI results

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To determine the most profitable investment option

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To predict future cash flows with certainty

Question 47

What is the key difference between ROI and NPV?

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NPV considers the time value of money, while ROI does not

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ROI is only applicable to financial investments, while NPV can be used for both financial and non-financial investments

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NPV is a more accurate measure of profitability than ROI

Question 48

Which type of supply chain technology investment is likely to have a relatively long payback period?

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Investment in a new ERP system

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Investment in a new inventory management system

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Investment in a new warehouse management system

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Investment in a new transportation management system

Question 49

When assessing the return on investment (ROI) of a new warehouse management system (WMS) for a company, which of the following should be included as a DIRECT benefit?

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Reduction in labor costs resulting from automation

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Enhancement of brand image

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Increased employee satisfaction

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Growth in market share

Question 50

In the context of ROI calculation for supply chain technologies, which of the following best exemplifies an intangible benefit that can be challenging to quantify?

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Enhancement of customer satisfaction ratings

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Improvement in order fulfillment accuracy

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Reduction in inventory holding costs

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Decrease in transportation expenditures

Question 51

When calculating the Net Present Value (NPV) of a technology investment, the impact of a higher discount rate is typically:

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A reduction in the NPV

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An increase in the NPV

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An inaccurate calculation of NPV

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No change in the NPV

Question 52

For a company implementing a transportation management system (TMS), which cost is appropriate to consider when determining the ROI of the investment?

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Expenses incurred for employee training

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Revenue generated from increased sales

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Reductions in customer churn rate

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Enhancements in brand perception

Question 53

What is a primary purpose of conducting a sensitivity analysis when assessing technology ROI?

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To gauge the impact of uncertainties in cost and benefit estimates on the ROI

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To calculate the internal rate of return (IRR) of an investment

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To determine the payback period of an investment

Question 54

How can technology contribute to improving supply chain visibility, thereby potentially leading to a positive ROI?

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Implementing a tracking system that provides real-time updates on the location of shipments

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Reducing the number of suppliers in the chain

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Negotiating lower rates with transportation providers