Inventory is a necessary element for customer service. However, it implies an additional cost that can become unsustainable for an organization.

Read the articleInventory-Driven Costsand answer the following questions:

• Is HP's focus on minimizing inventory costs is feasible for a company operating in a market where delivery speed is an order-winning factor?
• Would you pay a premium for a product or service price for an earlier delivery? For which type of products or services?

In the discussion forum, you are expected to participate often and engage in deep levels of discourse. Please post your initial response as early as possible and continue to participate throughout the unit. You are required to post an initial response to the question/issue presented in the Forum and then respond to at least 3 of your classmates' initial posts. You should also respond to anyone who has responded to you.