Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) · Question
What is the primary benefit of 'cross-docking' in a distribution center?
Cross-docking streamlines the supply chain by transferring goods directly between incoming and outgoing trucks, reducing storage time and costs.
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Question: What is the primary benefit of 'cross-docking' in a distribution center?
Answer options:
- Long-term storage of inventory.
- Eliminating the need for transportation. ✅ Moving products directly from inbound to outbound trailers with minimal storage.
- Consolidating all products from a single supplier.
Correct answer: Moving products directly from inbound to outbound trailers with minimal storage.
Explanation: Cross-docking streamlines the supply chain by transferring goods directly between incoming and outgoing trucks, reducing storage time and costs.
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