Is there an overt contradiction between '18 The advantage of using VMI programs stems from the retailer and manufacturer working together to determine a flow of shipments that optimizes the economics of the two parties as a system.' and 'Many retailers work with foreign manufacturers in business.'
18 The advantage of using VMI programs stems from the retailer and manufacturer working together to determine a flow of shipments that optimizes the economics of the two parties as a system.###Many retailers work with foreign manufacturers in business.