Supply chain financing, also known as “reverse factoring,” frees up working capital for the buyer and the seller while mitigating accounts receivable risk. Supply chain finance involves a supplier, buyer and separate financial institution. The buyer uses its creditworthiness to grant the supplier lower financing costs on working capital, ultimately extending the days payable outstanding.
The process works like this:
Additional benefits of supply chain financing include improved transparency and stronger supply chain relationships.
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