Which of the following interactions with vendors would potentially lead to inventory reductions? a. reduced lead times
b. increased safety stock
c. less frequent purchases
d. larger batch quantities
e. longer order intervals

a. reduced lead times

Explanation:

Lead time in a process refers to the amount of time it takes from the process's initiation to its conclusion. In general in Business, the shorter the lead time of a process, the better for the business as it usually leads to higher productivity, output and revenue levels.

Same goes for the reduction of lead times in transaction with vendors. With a shorter lead time, the process of making goods available for sale would be less and thus the goods can be sold in the market quicker therefore reducing inventory levels.

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