What kind of order is processed without needing to go through an approval stage?

In the context of order processing within NetSuite, a pending fulfillment order refers to an order that has been submitted and is ready to be fulfilled without requiring any additional approval steps. This means that once the order is created and saved, it moves directly into the fulfillment phase, where items can be picked, packed, and shipped to the customer.

Orders typically go through various stages during their lifecycle, and many types may require some level of approval before they can progress further. However, pending fulfillment orders are an exception; they are processed automatically and are intended to streamline the order processing workflow. This is particularly useful in environments where efficiency is crucial, allowing businesses to quickly respond to customer demands without bottlenecks.

Other options suggest different stages or types of orders that inherently involve approval steps or are not in a final or fulfillable state. Thus, choosing pending fulfillment highlights a clear understanding of the order lifecycle in NetSuite.