Why Was The Concept of a NSN Created?

During World War II, it was common to find different names applied to a single item of supply used by…

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What is a National Stock Number (NSN)?

A National Stock Number is simply the official label applied to an item of supply that is repeatedly procured, stocked,…

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Item 9.01 – Financial Statements and Exhibits | 8-K Explained

Under this item, a company must file certain financial statements and list the exhibits that it has filed as part…

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Item 8.01 – Other Events | 8-K Explained

This is the place where companies may report anything that they believe is important but is not specifically required elsewhere…

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Item 7.01 – Regulation FD | 8-K Explained

The purpose of Regulation FD—for “fair disclosure”—is to prevent companies from selectively disclosing material, non-public information. Regulation FD is intended…

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Item 5.07 – Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders | 8-K Explained

Within four business days of the end of an annual or special meeting, companies must file the results of shareholder…

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Item 5.05 – Amendments to the Registrant’s Code of Ethics, or Waiver of a Provision of the Code of Ethics | 8-K Explained

Companies must generally report changes to their code of ethics that apply to the chief executive officer, chief financial officer,…

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Item 5.03 – Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year | 8-K Explained

This item generally requires disclosure if a company amends its articles of incorporation or bylaws, or changes its fiscal year,…

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Item 5.02 – Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers | 8-K Explained

If a board member resigns or refuses to stand for reelection because of a disagreement with the company relating to…

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Item 5.01 – Changes in Control of Registrant | 8-K Explained

If there is a change of control of the company, the company must identify the persons who have acquired control…

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