Financing global supply chains can be challenging due to the extensive capital required to manage longer pipelines. A modern approach called "supply chain finance" $($SCF$)$ is gaining acceptance for its efficiency. What is a key benefit of supply chain finance?

a$.$

Allowing the buyer to leverage their credit rating to secure better financing terms.

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Shifting the financing burden entirely to suppliers.

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Reducing the need for financial intermediaries.

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Increasing the inventory levels required.

e$.$

Eliminating the need for purchase orders.