The Almost Instantaneous Transfer of Information from One Company's Computer

question 99

Multiple Choice

The almost instantaneous transfer of information from one company's computer to another that allows ERP systems to communicate with the information technology systems of other companies is done through

• A)an electronic inventory system.
• B)a computerized identification system.
• C)an electronic data interchange.
• D)a radio frequency identification system.
• E)a just-in-time inventory system.

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Definitions:

Outputs

The ultimate outputs, whether products, services or outcomes, produced by a system, process, or organization.

Supplies

Materials, equipment, or other items required for the operation of a business or the completion of a task.

Closed Systems

Systems that do not interact with the environment outside of themselves, limiting the exchange of matter or energy.

External Environment

Outside forces and conditions that influence the operations and outcomes of an organization or system.