TOEIC Module 2024: Part 4 - Listening #1

Vocabulary
A. Streamline (verb) - Make a process more efficient and effective (Rationaliser)
Sample Sentence: We need to streamline our approval process.
French Translation: Nous devons rationaliser notre processus d'approbation.

B. Real-time tracking - Monitoring data as it is received and updated instantly. (Suivi en temps reel)
Sample Sentence: The new software allows for real-time tracking of shipments.
French Translation: Le nouveau logiciel permet le suivi en temps réel des expéditions.

C. Supply chain forecasts - Predictions about future supply and demand in the supply chain. (Prévisions de la chaîne d'approvisionnement)
Sample Sentence: Accurate supply chain forecasts help prevent shortages.
French Translation: Des prévisions précises de la chaîne d'approvisionnement aident à éviter les pénuries.

D. Automating - Using technology to perform tasks without human intervention. (Automatisation)
Sample Sentence: Automating routine tasks saves time and reduces errors.
French Translation: L'automatisation des tâches routinières fait gagner du temps et réduit les erreurs.

E. Be held - To take place or occur at a specific time or location. (Avoir lieu)
Sample Sentence: The conference will be held next Monday.
French Translation: La conférence aura lieu lundi prochain.

F. Smooth transition - A seamless change from one state or condition to another. (Transition en douceur)
Sample Sentence: We plan a smooth transition to the new system.
French Translation: Nous planifions une transition en douceur vers le nouveau système.

G. Aim (verb) - To intend or direct efforts towards a goal. (Viser)
Sample Sentence: We aim to improve our customer service.
French Translation: Nous visons à améliorer notre service client.

H. Position ourselves -  To strategically place or adapt to gain an advantage. (Nous positioner)
Sample Sentence: We need to position ourselves as leaders in the market.
French Translation: Nous devons nous positionner comme des leaders sur le marché.

I. Competitively - In a manner that is capable of competing effectively. (De manière competitive)
Sample Sentence: We must price our products competitively to attract customers.
French Translation: Nous devons fixer nos prix de manière compétitive pour attirer les clients.

Questions:

1. What is the primary purpose of the new software system being introduced
A) To enhance customer service
B) To streamline production processes
C) To increase employee salaries

2. When will the training sessions for the new system begin?
A) Next month
B) In two weeks
C) Today

3. Who will provide information on the financial impact of the new system?
A) The IT support team
B) The HR department
C) The finance team

EXTRA: INFERENCE QUESTION
4. What action should employees take regarding the new system?
A) Review the detailed schedule sent to their emails
B) Contact the finance team for further information
C) Begin using the new system immediately

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