ERP, orenterprise resource planning, is software designed to manage and integrate the functions of core business processes like finance, HR, supply chain and inventory management in a single system. Widely used in businesses of all sizes, ERP is considered a must-have for large enterprises and i...
Medium term notes are another type of corporate debt security. One of their unique characteristic is that the notes are not sold all at once. Instead they are offered continuously to investors by an agent of the issuer. The notes are registered with the SEC under Rule 415 (the shelf ...
Medium-term (also referred to as intermediate) debt is a type of bond or other fixed-income security that has a maturity date set for between two and 10 years. Bonds and other fixed-income products tend to be classified by their maturity dates, as it is the most important variable in th...
People shopping for inexpensive, petite-sized blouses have different priorities from size-medium people who don’t mind spending more. Retailers should make sure assortment plans reflect the needs of real customers. Store clusteringStore clustering is a way to simplify assortment planning. Instead of ...
Another downside for investors is interest rate risk. Since EMTNs can have medium to long-term maturities, they are susceptible to changes in market interest rates. If interest rates rise, the value of fixed-rate EMTNs may decline. Exchange rate fluctuations can significantly impact the returns ...
Strategic planning is a systematic process that commonly embraces the definition of strategic objectives, short, medium and long-term goals and broad plans to achieve them. It generally starts with strategic statements such as company´s vision and mission. Once the strategic plan is made, every...
The number #1 habit of highly successful campaigns is just that: They are a habit. Too often, content marketing is thought of as a one-off project and not a program that requires a commitment. Content is a long term investment that pays dividends, but not in the short term....
Sales planning is an essential component of strong selling. This guide to the sales planning process will ensure your sales plan is sound and effective.
A marketing strategy is a comprehensive plan designed to promote products or services, attract customers and achieve short, medium or long term business goals. Its ultimate goal is to reach your target audience through marketing and advertising campaigns and then get them to buy or engage with you...
All of life is a continuous learning experience. Every success and every temporary setback only serve to prepare you for the time when you will eventually prevail. Your short-and medium-term goals should be realistic and achievable, but your long-term goals should always far exceed your present...