The Increasing Upstream Supply Chain Variation Resulting from Forecasts in a Supply

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Short Answer

The increasing upstream supply chain variation resulting from forecasts in a supply chain or distribution channel is known as ________.

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Definitions:

Raw Materials Inventory

Stock of materials that are to be used in the production of goods, not yet processed or incorporated into finished products.

Raw Materials

Raw Materials are the basic substances or components that are converted through manufacturing processes into finished goods.

Raw Materials Inventory

Items and supplies held in stock that are used in the manufacturing process to create finished goods.

Materials Quantity Variance

This variance measures the difference between the actual quantity of material used in production and the standard quantity allowed, multiplied by the standard cost per unit of material.