Explain the Role of Information Technology in the Supply Chain

question 8

Essay

Explain the role of information technology in the supply chain.

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Definitions:

Maquiladoras

Factories located in Mexico, typically near the US border, that import materials and equipment on a duty-free and tariff-free basis for assembly or manufacturing and then export the assembled product.

Foreign Trade Zones

Designated areas where goods can be imported, stored, handled, manufactured, or reconfigured without being subject to customs duty.

Labor Costs

The total expenditures related to compensating employees, including wages, benefits, and taxes.

Customs Clearance

The process of obtaining permission to import or export goods from one country to another, including the payment of duties and taxes.