A bakery uses an online spreadsheet to share its daily ingredient orders with two suppliers. The head baker enters expected sales of bread and cakes each ev...
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A bakery uses an online spreadsheet to share its daily ingredient orders with two suppliers. The head baker enters expected sales of bread and cakes each evening. Suppliers can see the quantities needed the next morning. Previously, orders were sent by handwritten note and sometimes contained errors.
(a) Identify one type of data the baker could enter into the spreadsheet. [1]
(b) Explain one way shared online data could improve the relationship with suppliers. [2]
Answer Details
(a) One suitable item of data is expected sales. The quantity of flour needed or the quantities of ingredients ordered would also be valid. [1]
(b) Shared online data can give suppliers information faster and more accurately than handwritten notes. Suppliers can see the required quantities for the next morning and prepare the correct order, reducing delays and incorrect deliveries. Reliable ordering can improve the relationship between the bakery and its suppliers. [2]
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