When an Item Is Not in Stock, It Is Called

question 32

Multiple Choice

When an item is not in stock, it is called ________. In this case, inbound replenishment processes are triggered.

• A) a slotting allowance
• B) an empty shelf
• C) disintermediation
• D) a stock-out
• E) a supply chain disruption

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Definitions:

Processing Time

The duration required to complete a particular process, often used in the context of manufacturing or service delivery.

Customer Orders

Requests or instructions from customers to purchase goods or services from a business.

Analytics

The systematic gathering and processing of data to make informed decisions.

Systematic Evaluation

A structured process of assessing performance, systems, or processes based on predetermined criteria to make improvements.