The Diagram Below Identifies the Elements of Service as Provided

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Essay

The diagram below identifies the elements of service as provided by a soft drink vending machine. Each element has an estimate of its own reliability, independent of the others. What is the reliability of the "system"?

Understand the application and benefits of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in sales for creating efficient routing patterns.

Comprehend the functionality and importance of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems in maintaining client information and managing sales relationships.

Identify different sales technologies’ functionalities including order processing, customer service, and personal productivity enhancements.

Understand various pricing strategies and discount types used in sales, including FOB pricing and various forms of discounts.

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Definitions:

Oxygen

A chemical element with symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for respiration in many living organisms and for combustion.

Fermentation

A metabolic process that converts sugar to acids, gases, or alcohol in the absence of oxygen.

Alcohol

An organic compound characterized by one or more hydroxyl (-OH) groups attached to a carbon atom, commonly used in beverages, medicine, and as a solvent.

Lactic Acid

A compound produced in the muscles during strenuous exercise, responsible for the feeling of muscle fatigue.