1. Which of the following is considered a strategic move to increase supply chain resilience?

a) Shift some emphasis from efficiency to business continuity

b) Maintain higher inventory levels for critical components

c) Identify alternate suppliers with different operating conditions

d) Create backup of information systems

2. One option for altering the pattern of demand through aggregate planning is

a) using overtime

b) carrying inventory

c) subcontracting

d) pricing

3. All are true about planned order releases in MRP except:

a) Are static once MRP goes through its netting explosion one time

b) Once transacted, the planned order becomes a scheduled receipt

c) Can be plans for either a purchased or manufactured item

d) Are a key input into a child’s gross requirements