nventory is expensive. Consequently, companies are looking for ways to reduce inventory yet maintain high levels of customer service. In a short paper, evaluate strategies and approaches companies could use to possibly reduce inventory levels while maintaining competitive customer service levels. In the paper, be sure to include: Discuss how improvements in forecasting demand affect inventory decisions. Discuss how reductions in lead time can provide opportunities to reduce inventory without compromising customer service levels. Discuss how the use of technology could help to better control and manage inventory. Discuss how strategies such as vendor-managed inventory can be used to better control inventory costs