Fundamentals of materials management systems

Article Abstract:

Adequate internal accounting and administrative controls should be present in materials management systems to ensure system and data integrity. Dysfunctional customer service, inventory levels and profitability may result if basic controls are not ensured. Twenty-five elements providing a framework for evaluation and auditing of materials management systems were discussed. These elements may be adopted or modified to suit the needs of the company. The company should define what standards are acceptable and it should also establish a clear process for monitoring compliance.

Management Functions, Analysis, Management, Business enterprises, Logistics, Materials management

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Worshipping Mr. Loh

Article Abstract:

A lot of people are exploring different ways of practicing religion and there are many who have turned religious beliefs on their head by worshipping humans as Gods. A couple that has rejected the religious beliefs that were ingrained in them and feel that worshipping a Chinese man who himself has radical views on life is the way one should enjoy life.

China, Methods, Evaluation, Religion, Religious beliefs, Worship

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Lloyd to quit Whitbread?

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David Lloyd has clashed with managers of Whitbread, which purchased his David Lloyd Leisure operation in Aug 1995. He has now said that he plans to leave Whitbread, but the company has requested him to clarify his position. Observers believe that he has become frustrated because he has not been able to play a full management role at Whitbread.

Officials and employees, Appointments, resignations and dismissals, Leisure industry, Whitbread PLC, Lloyd, David

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