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Abstract: Today’s critical
cash-flow and liquidity concerns are demanding executive-level attention. Turmoil in the financial markets is leaving many companies struggling to ensure the
cash flow and liquidity needed for normal operations. Learn about software solutions that can help your company protect its commercial
cash flows, improve visibility into sources and uses of
cash, and increase control over global
cash balances.
PubDate: 1/25/2010 10:29:00 AM
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