PSM 230 CAT JUNE 2018

ATTEMPT ANY FIVE QUESTIONS

1. Explain the benefits of adopting E -procurement to an organization

2. Explain the benefits of observing ethical policies by procurements personnel . 6 marks

3. Discuss any five reasons why it is prudent for an organization to control its inventories (6

marks)
4. Explain the objectives of supply chain Management. 6 Marks
5. Reported widespread of unethical practices in your firm’s procurement department has

been reported to you. Explain the possible causes of unethical practices in the

organization (6 Marks)
6. Centralized purchasing refers to the purchase of materials by a single purchase
department, managed by a purchasing manager. Highlights various advantages of
centralized purchasing ( 6 marks)
7. Successful organizations understand the importance of fostering an environment that
stresses effective communication and teamwork between all departments within the
organization including purchasing” Discuss the relationship between purchasing
department and

i. production (2marks)
ii. marketing (2 marks)
iii. finance (2 marks)

8. Explain the merits that one may receive from sourcing materials locally ( 6 marks