The purchase manager is having trouble because production fell short of targets and sales forecasts were not met, badly damaging the company's financial position. Suppliers made unsuccessful attempts to get paid from the accounts department and are pressuring the purchase manager. Supplier A's payment for supplies made over a month ago is overdue by the agreed two week terms. Supplier A's payment for another bill over 4 months old also remains unpaid despite countless reminders, and they will discontinue further supplies and pursue legal action if not paid immediately.