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1.List the functions performed by Retail Link. What isits benefit to Wal-Mart?

2.Which supplier metrics does Retail Link gather andreport? How is this valuable to Wal-Mart andsuppliers?

3.Name the technology that Wal-Mart requires partners touse to track and coordinate inventory. Do you know of other usesfor this technology?

4.What steps has Wal-Mart taken to protect its data fromcompetitors?

5.List the criticisms leveled at Wal-Mart. Do you thinkthese critiques are valid or not? What can Wal-Mart do tocounteract this criticism? Should it take these steps? Why or whynot?

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