Short-Term Purchase Contracts That Award Small Volumes of Business to Multiple

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Short-term purchase contracts that award small volumes of business to multiple suppliers decrease production costs and provide incentive for individual supplier investments in process improvement.

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Definitions:

Financial Risk

The possibility of losing money on an investment or business venture.

Economic Exposure

The risk that a company's cash flow, foreign investments, or earnings may change due to exchange rate fluctuations.

Manufacturing Costs

The total expenses directly involved in producing goods, including raw material, labor, and overhead costs, crucial for determining the final price of products.

Forward Contract

A non-standardized agreement between two parties to buy or sell an asset at a specified future date for a price that is agreed upon today.