Problem 1: Contrast Amazon's cash cycle to that of its competitor Barnes & Noble. Why does Amazon have such an advantage over Barnes & Noble ? What does this suggest as a sales model to other retailers ?
Problem 2:
a.) How can Boeing have such a long payables period of 208 days ?
b.) Given that it takes so long to manufacture aircraft, how can Boeing have a negative cash cycle ?
c.) Draw a diagram such as Figure 19.1 on Page 628 to illustrate Boeing's operating cycle.