Admittedly, forecasting and cost-benefit analysis on big, long-term projects such as this amount to little more than complicated guesswork.

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While many independent economists believe the cost of borrowing could have further to fall, a growing number are forecasting that the next move in rates could be up.

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"The health board has put cost saving plans into action and reduced overspends, and we are now forecasting a break even position by the end of this financial year, " said a spokesperson.

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In both cases, companies begin to experience the cost-saving benefits of employing an array of industry best practices including portfolio diversification, demand forecasting, and procurement automation.

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