Terminology

These terms are used throughout the Oracle Fusion Cloud Order Management playbook.

Term	Definition
Dispatch List	A listing of manufacturing work order operations to be executed in the order of priority.
Discrete Manufacturing	The production of distinct items such as automobiles, appliances, or computers.
ERES	Electronic Records and Electronic Signatures. GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) critical business transactions governed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) that require electronic records and signatures to comply with 21 CFR Part 11.
MES	Manufacturing Execution System. Systems that provide real-time visibility into the production process, enabling manufacturers to optimize production and ensure on time delivery.
Process Manufacturing	Production that adds value by mixing, separating, forming, and/or performing chemical reactions. It might be done in either batch or continuous mode.
Work Order	A document conveying authority for the manufacture of specified parts or products in specified quantities.