Chapter $4$: $($Managing Inventory through a network$)$ Learning Outcome $4$ In this chapter, demonstrate how you will apply various theoretical knowledge such as Inventory management facility location decisions, Strategic importance of networks, The effect of e$-$commerce on networks, Inventory planning in a distribution environment, Distribution requirements planning and lean supply and inventory management. The learner needs to have a basic understanding of how to manage the finances of a business $[15$ marks$]$