What Is the First Phase in the Development of a Partnering

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Short Answer

What is the first phase in the development of a partnering relationship between buyer and seller?

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Definitions:

Direct Materials

Raw materials that are directly traced and integral to the manufacturing of a finished product.

Spending Variance

The difference between the budgeted or standard cost of something and the actual amount spent, often analyzed in budgeting and cost management.

Budgeting Formulas

Mathematical expressions used in the preparation of budgets to estimate future costs, revenues, and resources requirements.

Revenue Variance

The gap between what was expected in revenue and what was actually earned.