dependent demand
Definition
Demand for item (called lower level or child item) that does not occur until there is a demand for another item (called higher level or parent item). Also, where demand for the higher level or parent item can be satisfied only if the lower level or child items are available.
dependent demand is in the Economics, Politics, & Society, Industries, Manufacturing, & Technology and Inventory Control & Storage subjects.
dependent demand appears in the definition of the following term: material requirements planning (MRP/MRP-I)
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