Supply-Chain Automation

question 5

Multiple Choice

Supply-chain automation

• A) streamlines organizations by eliminating transactional middlemen.
• B) is one way Dell Computer keeps its costs low.
• C) links computers at different companies.
• D) All of the above
• E) None of the above

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Definitions:

Carrying Cost

The total cost of holding inventory, including storage, insurance, and opportunity costs.

Carrying Costs

Expenses incurred for holding inventory, including storage, insurance, taxes, and opportunity costs, among others.

Accounts Receivable Approach

A method to estimate the financing or adjustments needed in the accounts receivable area of a company's balance sheet.

Cost Of Switching

Cost of switching refers to the expenses a customer incurs as a result of changing from one product, supplier, or system to another.