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Attached is a PDF case outlining the overhead reduction task force problem, along with a brief overview of one member of the task force. Also attached is an Excel version of the financials presented in the case.

Identify the optimum areas of overhead cost reduction based on this information; the problem involves reducing the overall overhead cost by 20%.

Also, illustrate how the proposed reduction would impact the financials using the Excel file.

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The overhead reduction task force is examined. The proposed reduction which would impact the financials using the Excel file is illustrated.

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Overhead Reduction Task Force Case
Attached is a PDF case outlining the overhead reduction task force problem, along with a brief overview of one member of the task force. Also attached is an Excel version of the financials presented in the case.

Please identify the optimum areas of overhead cost reduction based on this information; the problem involves reducing the overall overhead cost by 20%.

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