Through the Use of Automatic Shipping Notices,Ace Hardware Is Effective

question 28

Multiple Choice

Through the use of automatic shipping notices,Ace Hardware is effective at removing unnecessary costs from its supply chain.According to a vice-president of inventory for the retailer,"Information gathering that used to take three or four phone calls now is available immediately." This is an example of the use of _____ integration.

• A) relationship
• B) social
• C) functional
• D) technology and planning
• E) internal operations

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Definitions:

Research Method

The systematic approach, technique, or way of planning and conducting scientific investigations in any given field of study.

Scientific Theories

Well-substantiated explanations of some aspect of the natural world, based on a body of facts that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experiment.

Science Goal

The objective or aim pursued in a scientific endeavor to discover, explain, or understand phenomena.

Data Collection Techniques

Various methods and tools used to gather information, facts, or data for analysis and decision-making purposes.