The extension of MRP which extends to resources such as labour hours and machine hours, as well as to order entry, purchasing, and direct interface with customers and suppliers is
A) MRP II.
B) enterprise resource planning.
C) the master production schedule.
D) closed-loop MRP.
E) not yet technically possible.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The description given matches the features of enterprise resource planning (ERP), which is a software system that integrates all aspects of a business such as production planning, inventory management, finance, human resources, and customer relationship management. MRP II is a precursor to ERP and includes the same features as MRP but adds capacity planning and financial planning. The master production schedule is a part of MRP and outlines the production plan for a specific time period. Closed-loop MRP is an improvement to MRP II that adds feedback loops for information updates. It is technically possible to implement ERP systems.

The Extension of MRP Which Extends to Resources Such as Labour