APICS Certified in Transformation for Supply Chain CTSC Exam Questions

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Question 1

A production line has a total of 8 hours of line time available. If it takes 2 hours to prepare the line to run the product and 5 hours of actual run time, what is the utilization rate?



Answer : B


Question 2

The first step in performing a root cause analysis using the SCOR model involves:



Answer : B

According to the CTSC exam content manual1, the first step in performing a root cause analysis using the SCOR model involves linking processes to metric hierarchy, which means mapping the SCOR processes to the SCOR metrics and identifying the relevant performance attributes and levels. This step helps to establish the scope and boundaries of the analysis and to align the processes with the strategic objectives of the organization.


Question 3

Which of the following models explains how accidents happen in complex systems?



Answer : D

According to the CTSC Ex-am Content Manual1, the Swiss cheese model is one of the accident models that explains how accidents happen in complex systems. The model compares the system to a stack of slices of Swiss cheese, where each slice represents a layer of defense or protection against hazards. The holes in the cheese represent weaknesses or failures in each layer. Normally, the holes do not align and the system is safe. However, when the holes align, a hazard can penetrate through the layers and cause an accident. The model illustrates how multiple factors and conditions can combine to create a pathway for an accident.

1: https://www.ascm.org/ctsc-ecm/


Question 4

A company with a global presence is expanding its operations in emerging markets. Given the scale of operations, which of the following organizational competencies can best help it manage risks

and respond to disruptions?



Answer : B

According to the ASCM CTSC Exam Content Manual, building resilience is one of the organizational competencies for risk management and disruption response. It is defined as 'the ability to recover quickly from difficulties and adapt to changing conditions'1. Building resilience can help a company with a global presence to cope with the uncertainties and complexities of operating in emerging markets, where risks and disruptions may be more frequent and severe. Some of the elements of building resilience include developing a risk-aware culture, implementing agile processes, fostering collaboration and innovation, and enhancing learning and feedback loops23.

1: ASCM CTSC Exam Content Manual, page 7. 2: From risk management to strategic resilience | McKinsey 3: Risk Management Magazine - Dealing with Disruption


Question 5

Which of the following trends is a driver for change in agile operations execution?



Answer : C


Question 6

When implementing new supply chain capabilities identified by the business strategy, key management capabilities will be required. Which of the following options corresponds to one of the

required key management capabilities?



Answer : B

Ac-cording to the CTSC Exam Content Manual1, one of the required key management capabilities for implementing new supply chain capabilities is inspiring and influential leadership. This means having the ability to communicate the vision and goals of the transformation, motivate and empower the team, and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration.


Question 7

A smartwatch seller wants to determine how many units of a new model release are required to be held as finished goods and how many units should be held as work-in-process (WIP) stock

leading to the new model launch date. Which of the following analyses will allow the manufacturer to calculate the required stock levels to avoid backlogs, inventory losses, and other issues?



Answer : C


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