Long description

  • Supplier Costs

    • Raw materials

    • Fuel

    • Energy

    • Transportation

    • Truck drivers

    • Truck maintenance

    • Component parts

    • Inspection

    • Storing

    • Warehouse

  • Production Costs

    • Inventory system

    • Receiving

    • Plant layout

    • Maintenance

    • Plant location

    • Computer

    • R&D

    • Cost accounting

  • Distribution Costs

    • Loading

    • Shipping

    • Budgeting

    • Personnel

    • Internet

    • Trucking

    • Railroads

    • Fuel

    • Maintenance

  • Sales and Marketing Costs

    • Salespersons

    • Website

    • Internet

    • Publicity

    • Promotion

    • Advertising

    • Transportation

    • Food and lodging

  • Customer Service Costs

    • Postage

    • Phone

    • Internet

    • Warranty

  • Management Costs

    • Human resources

    • Administration

    • Employee benefits

    • Labor relations

    • Managers

    • Employees

    • Finance and legal

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