Having the right parts, materials, and ingredients on time, based on the production forecast, and considering the proper lead times and stock levels makes all the difference in a successful logistics and manufacturing environment. The idea is to have all the elements of the Total Working Process model functioning well, aligning planning, warehouse management, service levels (including windows for loading and unloading), working capital, production bottlenecks, and logistic constraints, aligned with the corporate strategy, having the right product, in the right quantity, with the right quality, in the right place, at the right moment.
Out of stock, over stock, not finding parts or materials appointed on systems, and errors, all impact on business results. Are emergencies a frequent thing? How much are they costing in terms of production losses and expedite shipments? Is your inventory loaded with obsoletes and slow moving items? Are those conditions considered normal in your company?
Transforming processes into results
