Order Processing Is Defined as

question 54

Multiple Choice

Order processing is defined as

• A) the receipt and transmission of sales order information.
• B) the second stage in a physical distribution system.
• C) the four main tasks.
• D) the same as order handling.
• E) electronic processing of information.

Know the basic operations and components involved in computer processing.

Understand the fundamental aspects of computer hardware and software.

Understand the regulations under the WARN Act regarding advance notice for layoffs.

Recognize violations of the Equal Pay Act and the criteria for equal pay for substantially equal work.

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Definitions:

Time Fences

Policy boundaries within a production schedule that limit the extent to which changes can be made, helping to balance flexibility and stability in operations.

Finite Capacity Scheduling

A method of production scheduling that takes into account the finite resources available, such as machinery and labor, to optimize the production plan.

MRP

Stands for Materials Requirement Planning, a system used to manage manufacturing processes by calculating materials, components, and schedule needed for production.