In an attempt to reduce costs associated with information system transaction, which of the following approaches should be considered?
I. Backflushing component issues
II. Reducing levels in the BOM
III. Using EDI to transmit orders to suppliers
IV. Reducing lot sizes of manufactured products

A key benefit of an effective S&OP process is that it provides a:

A chemical plant refines crude oil from a nearby oil field into a few bulk chemicals that are stored on-site. The master planning of resources processes in this situation would most appropriately focus on:

Which of the following factors typically has the largest effect on the schedule developed by an advanced production scheduling (APS) system?

Which of the following techniques typically uses the BOM for master schedule items in determining the capacity required?

A forecasting method that responds slowly to changes in demand would be most appropriate when the historical demand pattern shows a major:

Sales and Operation Planning＇s (S&OP) primary objective is:

Which of the following is an advantage of the focus forecasting technique?

Jupiter company produces 3000 cars per month. It offers 5 different models with over 1000 different model/option/color packages. Jupiter has established a collaborative relationship and electronic link with its supplier of door trim. Suppliers are given 5 days＇ notice of requirements and are expected to deliver directly to the final assembly area in the actual sequence in which each specific car is to be assembled. Jupiter needs which of the following pieces of information from its supplier of door trim?

Which of the following criteria is the most meaningful measure when evaluating the effectiveness of distribution systems in fulfilling customer needs?

If actual production for an item is less than the MPS due to material shortages, the 1st step in resolving the problem should be to: