Legacy Systems Are Still in Use Today Because

question 75

Multiple Choice

Legacy systems are still in use today because:

• A)they can only be run on the older mainframe computers.
• B)they are too expensive to redesign.
• C)many integrate well using new Web services technologies.
• D)they contain valuable data that would be lost during redesign.

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Definitions:

Materials Requirement Plan (MRP)

A system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product, ensuring the right materials are available for production at the right time.

Independent Demand Items

Products for which demand is not influenced by the demand for other products, typically finished goods or spare parts.

Adaptive Manufacturing

A flexible approach to production that can be quickly adjusted in response to changing market demands or technological advancements.

Lean Manufacturing

A systematic method for waste minimization within manufacturing systems without sacrificing productivity.