Many of the online ordering systems that we all have used are maintained overseas.

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He said the Y2K bug problem has been an issue with member companies for the past couple of years, and suppliers, retailers, ordering systems and distribution routes are ready.

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After that crash, the Federal Aviation Administration administered several directives ordering changes in the fuel systems of 747s.

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American garment makers increasingly offer electronic ordering, automated distribution centres and inventory-management systems tied into those of their customers.

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The controversy also saw a growing divide between the education systems in England and Wales - with the Welsh government ordering a regrade.

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They can if their employer designs simple systems. 7-Eleven employees already fill depleted shelves by ordering from handheld terminals.

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