ISM Exam INTE Topic 1 Question 16 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISM's Supply Management Integration exam

Question #: 16
Topic #: 1

[All Supply Management Integration Questions]

Which of the following is MOST likely to be an advantage of a standardization program?

AImproved supplier flexibility

BReliance on fewer suppliers

CCreation of new supplier relationships

DConsistent quality

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Suggested Answer: D

Standardization ensures that products meet uniform quality standards, reducing variability and enhancing customer satisfaction. This advantage is vital in maintaining brand reputation and streamlining production processes.

by Arletta at Sep 19, 2024, 12:56 PM

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Herschel

9 days ago

Option D, for 'Delightfully Consistent'. Standardization is the spice of life, or something like that.

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Brittney

12 days ago

I'll go with D. Consistent quality is crucial, especially in fields like healthcare or aviation. Can't have any slip-ups, you know?

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Margot

15 days ago

But what about A) Improved supplier flexibility? Wouldn't that also be an advantage?

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1 months ago

Definitely D. Standardization helps maintain quality across the board. Gotta love that consistency, am I right?

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Evangelina

9 days ago

I agree, it makes everything more reliable and predictable.

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Nicolette

21 days ago

Yes, consistent quality is key in any standardization program.

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Annmarie

1 months ago

I think the answer is D. Consistent quality is the most likely advantage of a standardization program. It ensures that all products meet the same high standards.

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Hyun

22 days ago

Yes, having consistent quality can help build trust with customers and improve overall efficiency.

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Jaime

24 days ago

I agree, consistent quality is definitely a key advantage of standardization programs.

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