You are examining the inventory management strategies adopted by two major players in the technology industry, Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Requirements:

1. Apple reported inventory valued at $6.2 billion on its balance sheet as of September 30, 2023. Samsung's inventory valuation on its balance sheet for the same date amounted to $14.8 billion.
2. Analyze and compare the inventory management strategies employed by Apple and Samsung.
3. Discuss how differences in inventory management strategies may impact the financial performance and competitive positioning of both companies.