A Logistics Manager Uses This Type of Logistics Information System

question 61

Multiple Choice

A logistics manager uses this type of logistics information system to select a carrier for an outgoing shipment or to develop a weekly schedule of deliveries.

• A)decision support
• B)planning
• C)execution
• D)operating

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Definitions:

Competitive Parity

A marketing strategy where a company matches the benefits or price points of its competitors to maintain or achieve competitive advantage.

Percentage of Sales

A financial metric that shows how much of a company's sales are generated over a period, often used to allocate marketing budget.

Objective and Task

A method for budgeting advertising expenses based on defining specific objectives and the tasks required to achieve them.

Linear Forecast

A prediction model that assumes a straight-line (linear) relationship between the variable being forecasted and time, to project future values based on past data.