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Which of the following best defines a warehouse management system (WMS)?
Which of the following best defines a warehouse management system (WMS)?
- A physical media like pen and paper used to document warehouse processes
- A computer system used to record the arrival and departure of inventory
- A set of policies and processes to organize the work of a warehouse or distribution center (correct)
- A theoretical system used to distinguish software
What was the term often used in the 20th century to distinguish software that fulfills the function of a WMS from theoretical systems?
What was the term often used in the 20th century to distinguish software that fulfills the function of a WMS from theoretical systems?
- Warehouse management information system (correct)
- Warehouse optimization system
- Physical media system
- Inventory management system
What is the core function of a warehouse management system?
What is the core function of a warehouse management system?
- To optimize the use of available space
- To coordinate tasks for maximum efficiency
- To document warehouse processes using spreadsheets
- To record the arrival and departure of inventory (correct)
What does the term 'WMS' overwhelmingly refer to in contemporary usage?
What does the term 'WMS' overwhelmingly refer to in contemporary usage?
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What are some additional features that can be added to a warehouse management system?
What are some additional features that can be added to a warehouse management system?
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