OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CUSTOM ACCESS
OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT CUSTOM ACCESS
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780135622438
Author: KRAJEWSKI
Publisher: PEARSON EDUCATION (COLLEGE)
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Chapter 12, Problem 2P

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Interpretation: The required average aggregate inventory value, if the company is maintaining the same inventory turnover for the next year is to be determined.

Concept Introduction: The Company has ended the year with an annual sale of $48 million. In that year, the company has experienced a six times increase in its inventory of accessories. Now, for the next year, the company is planning to raise its annual sales by 25%.

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Interpretation: Changes in inventory turns are to be discussed that should be adapted by Cyberphone to support next year’s sales with no increase in the average aggregate inventory value through better supply chain management.

Concept Introduction: The Company has ended the year with an annual sale of $48 million. In that year, the company has experienced a six times increase in its inventory of accessories. Now, for the next year, the company is planning to raise its annual sales by 25%.

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