Which characteristic of the ordering process is the same in large- and small-volume?

• A. Purchase requisition
• B. RFP process
• C. Expediting
• D. Approved documentation must authorize the purchase.

Answer: (D)

The key point is that every purchase, whether large or small, must be backed by approved documentation to authorize the purchase. This creates accountability and ensures the spend fits the budget, the need is verified, and the right authority has signed off before any commitment is made. Even when volumes differ, this control remains constant to prevent unauthorized or unnecessary spending.

Other steps vary with order size. A requisition is not always required—some small purchases may be placed directly or under a standing approval. The RFP process is typically used for larger or strategic purchases that require competitive bidding, not for every ordering scenario. Expediting deals with speeding up delivery and is situational rather than universally required across all volumes.