Analyst Insight: Although companies were able to reduce absolute inventory levels by 10 percent from Q3/2008 to Q3/2009, a closer look reveals that Days Inventory On-hand deteriorated by 7.5 percent, resulting in excess working capital requirements of $50bn for the largest 1,000 U.S.-headquartered public companies. If not regained, this lost efficiency will become a more significant cash drain than expected in 2010.
The latest supply chain news, analysis, trends and best practices for companies operating in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Learn how businesses are optimizing supply chain and logistics performance across North America - addressing a range of challenges such as varying regulations, labeling and packaging requirements, customs and tax laws and government controlled exchange rates.
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