Oracle E-Business Suite Financials Handbook 3/E, 3rd Edition

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Oracle Purchasing

urchasing is an integral part of the corporate supply chain. Among other things, it replenishes your inventory, fulfills customer demand, and helps control outside processing. Manufacturing and inventory departments base their purchasing recommendations on what goods are being requested and what goods are on order, as well as when they will arrive.

Purchasing Overview

Purchasing is usually considered the first phase in the supply-chain cycle. Its major functions are sourcing, requisitioning, purchasing, and receiving. ...