Question

a plastics manufacturer wants to ensure it can avoid critical interruptions in its supply chain, so it uses a(n)________ to manage much of the logistics and other processes.

inbound/outbound logistics process
enterprise resource planning system
materials requirement planning system
exclusive distribution process
just - in - time inventory control system

Explanation:

Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems integrate various business - processes including logistics. They help in avoiding supply - chain interruptions by providing a unified view and control over different operations. Inbound/outbound logistics processes focus mainly on the movement of goods. Materials requirement planning is more about planning for raw materials. Exclusive distribution process is about product distribution channels. Just - in - time inventory control is mainly for inventory management.

Answer:

B. enterprise resource planning system