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At Zappos They Have a Philosophy That They Are Willing

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At Zappos they have a philosophy that they are willing to make short-term sacrifices (including lost revenue or profits) if they believe that the long-term benefits are worth it. Protecting ____________is an example of a long-term benefit.


Definitions:

Just-in-Time Manufacturing

A manufacturing approach aimed at enhancing a company's investment returns by minimizing both the inventory in process and the related holding expenses.

Tangible Components

Physical and concrete parts or aspects of something, often relevant in the context of products or assets.

Indirect Costs

Expenses that are not directly traceable to a particular project, product, or activity; typically general overhead costs such as administrative expenses and utilities.

Fixed Costs

Fixed expenses in a business are constant costs that do not fluctuate with changes in production or sales volume, like salaries or rent.

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