Quiz – TWIN 4.0

Self-test questions for Module 4 - Key Operations: Optimizing Key Processes through Digital & Green Transformation

4.1. Resource optimization and reduction of waste

4.1. Resource optimization and reduction of waste

What does the Circular Economy primarily aim to achieve?

Increase production

Reduce waste and pollution

Maximize employee efficiency

Enhance product prices

Decrease product lifespan

Which framework is used for developing circular strategies and growth initiatives?

ReSOLVE

SMART

CLEAR

AGILE

LEAN

Which of the following is a key benefit of IoT integration with Circular Economy principles?

Decreased data accuracy

Increased production costs

Enhanced real-time monitoring and efficiency

Reduced collaboration between sectors

Limited innovation opportunities

Sustainability in Circular Economy focuses solely on environmental dimensions without considering social or economic aspects.

True

False

4.2. Circular economy and closed-loop supply chains

4.2. Circular economy and closed-loop supply chains

What is the role of the supply chain management (SCM)?

Management of products and services throughout the entire process

Try to improve strategic, operational and financial performance

Doing an effective inventory, labour and finished product management

All are correct

What are the benefits of supply chain management?

Maximization of the use of resources

Savings in material costs

Creation of new business models

All are correct

What is the difference between sustainable supply chain management and circular economy?

There is no difference

The circular economy is managed by government, while supply chain management is a task for business

The circular economy is concerned not only with reducing waste throughout the supply chain, but also with developing and implementing adaptive and self-sustaining production systems

The circular economy aims to make production processes more sustainable, while supply chain management only aims to maximize company profits

What is a closed loop supply chain (CLSC)?

The design, control and operation of a system to maximize value creation throughout a product's lifecycle

A production chain that aims to reuse as much or as little of the discarded products as possible in order to minimize waste

Both are correct

Both are false

What type of loops can be distinguished in supply chain management?

Open loops and long loops

Short loops and closed loops

Short loops and long loops

Open loops and closed loops

4.3. Energy management and renewable energy sources

4.3. Energy management and renewable energy sources

What is the primary goal of energy management in manufacturing?

Increase energy consumption

Maximize production output

Reduce operational costs

Enhance energy efficiency and sustainability

Decrease equipment lifespan

What role does IoT play in managing renewable energy sources?

Decreasing data accuracy

Limiting energy production

Enhancing real-time monitoring and efficiency

Reducing investment returns

Complicating energy management systems

Which of the following is not a benefit of integrating renewable energy sources in manufacturing?

Reduced energy bills

Increased carbon emissions

Lower dependence on fossil fuels

Financial incentives and subsidies

Enhanced corporate reputation

Renewable energy sources contribute to increased greenhouse gas emissions.

True

False

Smart grids utilize digital technology to optimize energy distribution.

True

False

4.4. Gestione predittiva delle risorse e previsione

4.4. Gestione predittiva delle risorse e previsione

What are the properties of a Big Data dataset?

Complexity, speed and variety

Variety, complexity and volume

Volume, speed and accessibility

Volume, variety and speed

In which field can Big Data analysis be useful?

Tourism

Health care

Marketing

All are correct

What is artificial intelligence (AI)?

The fusion of computer science and the extensive use of data to solve problems and automate processes

The branch of robotics that makes it possible to create robots that perform tasks autonomously

The part of computer science that studies the human brain

The branch of computer science that studies the programming of smart appliances

Depending on the tasks to be performed, what types of AI can be found?

Strong and fast

Fast and slow

Strong and weak

Weak and slow

What are the benefits of the use of AI?

Improved efficiency

Reducing human error

Improved customer experience

All are correct

4.5. Environmental monitoring and reporting

4.5. Environmental monitoring and reporting

Environmental Key Performance Indicators are irrelevant for modern environmental management.

True

False

Real-time monitoring systems allow for immediate response to environmental deviations.

True

False

How does data analytics contribute to environmental monitoring?

By ignoring large volumes of environmental data

By processing and analyzing large volumes of environmental data for insights

By reducing the accuracy of environmental data

By decreasing operational efficiency

By enhancing manual reporting methods

Public participation and documentation are not required aspects of the Environmental Impact Assessments process.

True

False

Which of the following is not a direct benefit of EMR?

Sustainability enhancement

Regulatory compliance

Increased greenhouse gas emissions

Health and environmental hazard reduction

Enhanced corporate responsibility