CIPS Updated L5M7 Exam Questions and Answers by simon

The5S Methodology—Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardise, Sustain—originates from Lean philosophy to promote efficiency and discipline in operations.

Short cited extract: “5S – a Lean technique for organisation and cleanliness in the workplace.” (L5M7 Study Guide, p.166)

AFishbone Diagramidentifiesroot causesof problems by categorising factors (e.g., people, process, materials, environment).

Short cited term: “used to identify root causes of problems.” (L5M7 Study Guide, p. 126)

Atightly coupledsupply chain exhibitshigh interdependencebetween members; decisions by one partner affect all others.

Short cited extract: “Tightly coupled = high interdependence between supply-chain partners.” (L5M7 Study Guide, p. 82)