keypunch/ data entry
the process begins with the arrival of batches of shipping notice from the shipping department. these documents are copies of the sales orders that contain accurate information about the number of units shipped and information about the carrier. the data processing clerk converts the shipping notice to magnetic media to produce a transaction file of sales orders. typically, this process is continual. throughout the day, the data processing clerk receive and convert batches of shipping notices to magnetic media. the resulting transaction file will thus contain many separate batches of sales orders. batch control totals are calculated for each batch on the file.