Consider the intercompany transfer of inventory between a parent and a subsidiary. Some say that intercompany...

Consider the intercompany transfer of inventory between a parent and a subsidiary. Some say that intercompany transfers can be a source of significant corporate risk. Why is that? Are there any internal controls you can think of that would minimize this risk?

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