Your supervisor asks you to report on how quickly the warehouse responds to online orders. He wants to know exactly how long it takes to $log$ in an order, find the product, package it for shipping, and send it off.

What kind of report will you write for your supervisor in this situation?

Analytical, lateral report

Internal, informational report

External, informal report

Because there are many different types of reports, all with unique purposes within an organization, it is important to understand the characteristics and functions of reports accurately. Which of these statements about reports are accurate? Check all that apply.

Reports are generally requested by a higher authority.

Reports are usually a waste of time because no one reads them.

Periodic reports are issued at regular intervals.

Informally structured reports are the best types of reports.

Reports may affect operational and staff decisions.