1. An issue that can negatively impact Target’s business success is inventory stockouts. What is a stockout? Discuss least two (2) methods that Target’s management could implement to prevent stockouts. What do these methods entail and why did you select them? Must be 400 words or more.
2. There are 5 types of countertrade: barter, counterpurchase, offset, switch-trading, and buybacks. Describe at least one example of each type for the country of QATAR and describe the pros and cons.
3. (1) How do EHRs for LTC facilities differ from EHRs for other facilities such as primary care clinics? (2) What functions of EHRs are more widely used for LTC facilities (see the discussion in the Texas paper below and the accompanying tables)? (3) What are the barriers to implementing and using the LTC EHRs? (4) What specific benefits do EHRs bring to long-term care facilities?