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Chapter 8, Problem 1AYSCFCA
Summary Introduction
Case summary:
Case is on how Elam was working on implementing a MRP system in the company, but unfortunately many disagreed on this system citing various reasons.
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There are no prominent characters.
Adequate Information:
MRP system is a production planning, scheduling and inventory management system used in the manufacturing processes.
There are many pros and cons of this system, MRP is a software that has been there in the past and a part of inventory management in the manufacturing system.
To determine:
Reasons why people are resisting the implementation of the MRP system.
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