Operations
14 terms with concise definitions
Goods Receipt Note (GRN)
TermDocument confirming receipt of goods from a supplier.
Just-in-Time (JIT)
TermInventory strategy that minimizes stock by receiving goods as needed.
Kaizen
TermContinuous improvement approach focused on incremental changes.
Kanban
TermVisual workflow system used to manage and optimize processes.
Kitting
TermGrouping individual items into a kit for production or dispatch.
Order Book
TermRecord of confirmed customer orders awaiting fulfillment.
Purchase Order
TermDocument issued by a buyer confirming order details and pricing.
Quality Assurance
TermProcess-focused approach to prevent defects in services or products.
Quality Control
TermOperational checks to ensure outputs meet defined standards.
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
TermDocumented step-by-step instructions for routine tasks.
Vendor
TermSupplier of goods or services to a business.
Waybill
TermDocument accompanying goods in transit with shipment details.
X-Stock (Ex-Stock)
TermTerm indicating goods are available for immediate sale from inventory.
Zonal Office
TermRegional office responsible for administration in a specific zone.