(Enterprise resource planning) ERP software can facilitate the sharing of in¬ formation throughout the supply chain. For example, an Internet storefront can be used to interact downstream with the final customer. Sales data gath¬ ered from the storefront can then be used as a basis for determining the quantity and mix of products to be produced. From this information, a pro¬ duction schedule can be prepared. Discuss how posting the production schedule on the Internet could result in improved coordination with the up¬ stream (vendor) side of the supply chain.

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