Question 7

In creating an optimal supply chain network, which of the following would be an

activity conducted in network synthesis.

1. Ensuring that the network design meets the requirements of customers and supply chain members.
2. Ensuring that the supply chain is both reliable and consistent.
3. Determining where to place the various supply chain components.
4. Determining the make-up of each supply chain component and the performance criteria to be used.
5. How to connect and coordinate the various supply chain components.

Question 8

When flowcharting the supply chain network, which step involves limiting the number

of entities to be included in the supply chain map?

• Move and reposition nodes and links as needed.
• Place and fill nodes and linksspecial attention to up and downstream critical players.
• Determine mapping session formatlive and/or electronic.
• Node and link specificationicon selection, information depth, aggregation decisions, key business process integration, information to display, and key metrics to include.
• Disseminate/publish "as-is" map.