Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Practice Exam

What information does shipment tracking provide?

1. Weather conditions during transit

2. Bill of lading and proof of delivery

3. Cost breakdown of shipment

4. Transit times for future shipments

The correct answer is: Bill of lading and proof of delivery

Shipment tracking primarily focuses on providing real-time updates regarding the status and location of a shipment as it moves through the supply chain. This often includes documentation such as the bill of lading and proof of delivery, which are essential for confirming that goods have been shipped and received correctly. The bill of lading is a legal document between the shipper and the carrier that provides details about the shipment, while the proof of delivery serves as confirmation that the recipient has accepted the delivery of the goods. While weather conditions during transit can influence shipping times, this information is typically not provided directly through shipment tracking systems. Similarly, a cost breakdown of the shipment may be necessary for financial assessments, but it is not a standard feature of shipment tracking. Transit times for future shipments may be analyzed based on historical data but are not a direct output of tracking a specific shipment. Therefore, the focus on the documentation aspect provided through shipment tracking solidifies the chosen answer.