Identify and Describe the Possible Benefits That IoT Provides to a Business or Organization. ITP-110 Practice Questions (Page 9)

Questions 41–45

1. 41application · medium

   A regional food distributor operates a fleet of refrigerated trucks. The company notices that some trucks consume more fuel and experience more frequent breakdowns, and that perishable goods sometimes spoil during transit. The operations manager wants to use IoT to reduce these losses and improve fleet reliability. Which combination of IoT capabilities would most directly address these concerns?

   • AUse IoT-enabled badges for warehouse staff to monitor their productivity and identify training needs.
   • BInstall sensors on trucks to monitor engine health and temperature, and use the data for predictive maintenance and route optimization.
   • CDeploy smart shelves in the warehouse to track inventory levels and automatically reorder stock when items run low.
   • DImplement a customer-facing mobile app that lets clients track their deliveries in real time.
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2. 42application · medium

   A logistics company wants to improve its ability to respond to unexpected delays and reroute shipments quickly. Currently, dispatchers only learn about delays when drivers call in. The company also wants to reduce idle time for its delivery vehicles. Which IoT solution would most directly improve agility and operational efficiency?

   • AInstall GPS trackers and telematics devices on all vehicles to provide real-time location and status updates to dispatchers.
   • BRequire drivers to call in at the end of each day with a status report.
   • CSend daily email summaries of delivery performance to dispatchers.
   • DUse a paper-based logbook for drivers to record their routes and delivery times.
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4. 43foundation · medium

   A company that manufactures industrial pumps begins offering a subscription service that provides real-time pump performance analytics to its customers. How does this primarily create a new revenue stream for the company?

   • AIt generates recurring revenue from a service that was not previously offered.
   • BIt reduces the warranty costs associated with the pumps.
   • CIt allows the company to stop selling pumps altogether.
   • DIt increases the resale value of the pumps.
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5. 44foundation · medium

   A retail chain uses IoT sensors to track foot traffic and customer dwell time in its stores. How does this data most directly enhance the company's business intelligence?

   • AIt replaces the need for customer surveys and feedback.
   • BIt automatically adjusts the store's heating and cooling systems.
   • CIt guarantees that the store will increase its profit margin.
   • DIt provides insights into customer behavior that can guide inventory and staffing decisions.
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6. 45foundation · medium

   A warehouse uses IoT sensors to track inventory levels in real time. How does this primarily increase the company's productivity?

   • AIt eliminates the need for warehouse employees.
   • BIt automatically restocks items without any human involvement.
   • CIt allows workers to locate items quickly, reducing time spent searching for inventory.
   • DIt guarantees that inventory will never be out of stock.
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