MyLab Operations Management with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains
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ISBN: 9780134742366
Author: Lee J. Krajewski, Manoj K. Malhotra, Larry P. Ritzman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 12, Problem 11P
Summary Introduction
Interpretation: The high amount of fixed cost before paying for use data ease
Concept Introduction: Supply chains are the combination of a network of activities and resources. It involves raw materials, components, and finished products. Organizations are able to reduce the excess costs and faster delivery to their destination.
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