LOG 206 Mod 14 Exam: Obsolescence and DMSMS Planning and Execution

  • True/False: Potential solutions for mitigating obsolescence and DMSMS risks associated with electronics that still use leaded solders and finishes include making bridge buys or life-of-type (LOT) buys of parts and components with lead-tin solders and finishes.

True or False

  • What is a counterfeit part?

A copy or substitute produced without legal right or authority

  • What strategies and methods have acquisition programs used to help manage obsolescence?

All of the answers are correct

  • Why was GIDEP established?

To seek ways to reduce or eliminate unnecessary expenditures by sharing technical information between Government and industry

  • What might a life cycle logistician do to mitigate a DMSMS situation?

Encourage the existing source or sources to continue production