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Credit management's changing relationships.

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| April 01, 2005 | Diana, Tom | COPYRIGHT 2005 National Association of Credit Management. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Credit departments are becoming more integrated with the rest of corporate and business structures. The days of credit managers operating in relative isolation from other operational personnel are over for many businesses. Credit departments often work hand-in-hand with sales and other departments to effect a seamless transition from sales order to cash.

The changing and more complex nature of the relationships between credit personnel and their coworkers and customers requires new skill sets and technology. Advances in computer software and Internet technology are allowing credit managers to monitor and work within this more complex relationship network. Real ...

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