Manufacturing Systems Avoid Linkages to Reduce Inventory Costs

question 93

True/False

Manufacturing systems avoid linkages to reduce inventory costs.

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Definitions:

Cash Cycle

The period it takes for a company to convert its investments in inventory and other resources into cash flows from sales.

Inventory

The total amount of goods and materials held by a company intended for sale or production.

Total Inventory Cost

Total inventory cost includes all costs associated with holding and managing inventory, such as purchasing, storing, and handling costs.

Carrying Cost

The total cost of holding inventory, including storage, insurance, taxes, and opportunity costs, among others.