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Chapter 16: OperationsChecking Consumable Supplies3. Scroll through the file to look forany problems.Consumable supplies are those that you use regularly, such as: Cleaning cartridges Data cartridges (tape and disk) Laser printer toner Ink cartridges Batteries Forms Envelopes, etc.Within the group of consumable supplies are “critical supplies.” If these supplies run out,your business operations could be affected or stopped. Examples are preprinted forms withyour company’s name or other special printing and magnetic toner cartridges. The amountof spare supplies purchased and available on-hand should be enough to accommodatevarying usage levels and to allow for time to purchase replacements.Running out of supplies will create an inconvenience, or even an operational problem.If an item is critical, and you run out of it, business operation may stop.16–42Release 4.6A/B