das Abrufverfahren
Translation
call-off procedure, on-demand procedure, pull system, retrieval process
Examples
Wir nutzen ein Abrufverfahren für die Materiallieferung.
We use a call-off procedure for material delivery.
Das Abrufverfahren optimiert unsere Lagerhaltung.
The on-demand procedure optimizes our warehousing.
Grammar Patterns
to use the call-off procedure ((et4)) als Abrufverfahren organisieren We organize the delivery as a call-off procedure.
Similar Words
Bestellverfahren (ordering procedure), Lieferverfahren (delivery procedure)
Etymology
A compound of 'Abruf' (call-off, retrieval) and 'Verfahren' (procedure). It literally means 'call-off procedure'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'just-in-time' system where you 'call off' (abrufen) parts from a supplier only when you need them.