Free ISM LEAD Exam Questions

A retail chain is looking to gain a competitive edge in the market. The firm wants to allow visibility throughout the company and enhance supply performance regarding demand forecasting, inventory management, and transportation. In this situation, which of following will be MOST effective? 

In which phase of team development do group members challenge each other and compete against one another to assume leadership?

A junior buyer joins a procurement organization and spends the first month observing a seniorbuyer conduct various sourcing events. This is an example of what type of training delivery method? 

A supply management department has recently received resignations from several important staff members. Exit interviews indicate that the primary reason for the staff members’ departure was frustration over their expertise not being valued. They also viewed their work as repetitive and not an efficient use of their time or effort. Which of the following would be the BEST way for the department manager to improve this situation? 

MNO, Inc. hires a contractor to renovate its office space. The firm pays a deposit for new countertops for the office’s cafeteria, but the contractor states that it will not be able to install the new countertops by the agreed upon date. The space needs to be completed on time for a planned grand opening event. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for MNO to take?