A. Working Capital Management:
Process of managing a company’s current assets and liabilities which allows the company to meet short term cash obligations to operated effectively. It helps to improve cash flow, reduce costs and improve profitability.
B. Financing:
[In one paragraph, explain how a business finances its operations and expansion.]
C. Short-Term Financing:
If the need would arise for short term financing, Microsoft could leverage credit lines, use asset-backed financing and bank loans. The working capital position of Microsoft suggest that short-term financing needs are not an urgent factor though, and having some additional flexibility is always a nice option depending on the needs and changes to the products.
D. Bond Investment:
[In one paragraph, analyze the risks and benefits of the business choosing to invest in a
corporate bond, including the necessary ethical considerations, appropriate calculations, and examples to support your analysis.]
E. Capital Equipment:
[In one paragraph, analyze the risks and benefits of the business choosing to invest in capital equipment, including the necessary ethical considerations, appropriate calculations, and examples to support your analysis.]
F. Capital Lease:
[In one paragraph, analyze the risks and benefits of the business choosing to purchase a capital lease, including the necessary ethical considerations, appropriate calculations, and examples to support your analysis.]