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How can you balance carrying costs against stockout risks in inventory optimization?

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Managing inventory effectively is a delicate dance between minimizing carrying costs and avoiding the dreaded stockouts that can lead to missed sales and disappointed customers. Carrying costs include expenses such as storage, insurance, and spoilage, which can eat into your profits the longer items sit in your warehouse. On the flip side, stockout risks can result in lost sales and erode customer trust. Striking the right balance is crucial for maintaining a healthy bottom line and ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Iván Oca?a

Director de Cadena de Suministro | Gerente Sr. Cadena de Suministro | Director de Logística | Gerente Sr Planeación de…
Delia Esther Aguilar Pasillas

Gerente de Cadena de Suministro Automotriz T1 | Gerente de Logística | Control de Inventarios | Planeación | Manejo de…

1 Understanding Costs

Inventory carrying costs are the expenses associated with storing and managing your stock. These costs can be substantial, representing up to 25% of your inventory value annually. They include warehousing, handling, depreciation, obsolescence, and opportunity costs. Reducing these costs without increasing stockout risks involves careful analysis of your inventory turnover rates and storage practices. You can optimize warehouse space and improve inventory accuracy through regular audits, which can help in minimizing unnecessary carrying costs.

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Iván Oca?a

Director de Cadena de Suministro | Gerente Sr. Cadena de Suministro | Director de Logística | Gerente Sr Planeación de la Cadena de Suministro |??Planeación estratégica abastecimientos | S&OP | Planeación de la demanda
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Muy importante entender la naturaleza de los costos de transporte, sobre todo en términos de orígenes y destinos complementados con las cantidades a transportar, sobre todo en el monto de facturación transportado, y de esta manera con el costo de mover los bienes en contexto con el valor de las mercancías, podemos determinar la rentabilidad de las unidades y optimizar el costo del transporte.

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The process of weighing the expenses associated with holding inventory versus the potential dangers of running out of stock involves: Performing EOQ calculations to determine the most efficient order quantity. Determining optimal safety stock levels. Calculating the optimal reorder points to initiate timely orders. Improving service levels. Utilising inventory management methodologies and software. Consistently overseeing and modifying inventory tactics. Through a methodical approach to these areas, you may efficiently oversee inventories to reduce expenses while guaranteeing the availability of products.

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2 Stockout Implications

Stockouts occur when you run out of a product that customers want to purchase. The implications are more than just a missed sale; they can damage your brand's reputation and lead to customer churn. To mitigate stockout risks, you need to understand your sales patterns and lead times thoroughly. Employing just-in-time (JIT) inventory methods or keeping safety stock are strategies that can help. However, it's essential to analyze historical sales data to forecast demand accurately and adjust your safety stock levels accordingly.

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3 Inventory Analysis

Regular inventory analysis is vital for balancing carrying costs with stockout risks. This involves reviewing sales data, monitoring inventory levels, and predicting future demand. By using tools such as Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) and ABC analysis, you can determine the optimal order quantity and prioritize your inventory management efforts on the items that contribute most to your bottom line. These analyses can help you make informed decisions on how much stock to keep on hand and when to reorder.

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4 Demand Forecasting

Accurate demand forecasting is the cornerstone of inventory optimization. By predicting customer demand based on historical sales data, seasonal trends, and market analysis, you can make more informed decisions about stocking levels. Forecasting helps in planning for peak seasons and avoiding overstocking or understocking situations. Implementing a robust forecasting system allows you to adjust your inventory in real-time, ensuring that you have the right products available when your customers need them.

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Iván Oca?a

Director de Cadena de Suministro | Gerente Sr. Cadena de Suministro | Director de Logística | Gerente Sr Planeación de la Cadena de Suministro |??Planeación estratégica abastecimientos | S&OP | Planeación de la demanda
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La planificación de la demanda y garantizar un análisis predictivo más robusto garantizan una mejor situación de inventarios, en ese sentido garantizando la disponibilidad del inventario la estrategia de transporte se complementa, potenciando indicadores como la salida a tiempo o la óptima ocupación de las unidades, garantizando tanto una llegada a tiempo como un fill rate completo.

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Delia Esther Aguilar Pasillas

Gerente de Cadena de Suministro Automotriz T1 | Gerente de Logística | Control de Inventarios | Planeación | Manejo de Almacenes | S&OP | SAP SD, MM, WMS | Auditorias TS16949 | Auditorías VDA | Comercio Exterior
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Utilizar herramientas avanzadas de análisis predictivo para anticipar las necesidades de inventario basadas en datos históricos y tendencias del mercado. Esto ayuda a mantener niveles óptimos de stock, evitando tanto el exceso como la escasez.

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5 Technological Solutions

Leveraging technology can greatly enhance your inventory management strategy. Inventory management systems (IMS) automate many of the tasks associated with tracking and managing stock levels. They can provide real-time data, generate automatic reorder alerts, and offer insights into sales trends. By integrating an IMS with point-of-sale (POS) systems and supply chain management tools, you can gain a holistic view of your inventory health, which helps in making swift decisions to balance carrying costs and stockout risks.

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Delia Esther Aguilar Pasillas

Gerente de Cadena de Suministro Automotriz T1 | Gerente de Logística | Control de Inventarios | Planeación | Manejo de Almacenes | S&OP | SAP SD, MM, WMS | Auditorias TS16949 | Auditorías VDA | Comercio Exterior
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Utilizar tecnologías como el seguimiento en tiempo real y sistemas de administración de inventarios avanzados para monitorear el movimiento de inventarios y envíos. La visibilidad completa de la cadena de suministro permite realizar ajustes rápidos para evitar interrupciones.

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6 Continuous Improvement

The quest for optimal inventory management is ongoing. Continuous improvement practices such as the Kaizen approach can be applied to refine inventory processes over time. Regularly reviewing and updating your inventory management policies ensures they adapt to changes in demand, market conditions, and business growth. Engaging your team in this process encourages a culture of efficiency and responsiveness, which is essential for maintaining the delicate balance between carrying costs and stockout risks.

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Delia Esther Aguilar Pasillas

Gerente de Cadena de Suministro Automotriz T1 | Gerente de Logística | Control de Inventarios | Planeación | Manejo de Almacenes | S&OP | SAP SD, MM, WMS | Auditorias TS16949 | Auditorías VDA | Comercio Exterior
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Implementar un proceso de evaluación continua de las estrategias de inventario y transporte para identificar áreas de mejora. Realizar ajustes basados en los resultados obtenidos asegura una optimización constante y una reducción de costos sostenida.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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Iván Oca?a

Director de Cadena de Suministro | Gerente Sr. Cadena de Suministro | Director de Logística | Gerente Sr Planeación de la Cadena de Suministro |??Planeación estratégica abastecimientos | S&OP | Planeación de la demanda
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Definitivamente hay que tener el cuenta la proveeduría de transporte en contexto con la naturaleza de nuestro inventario, es decir, adaptar el transporte de la mejor manera a la naturaleza de nuestros sku′s, y revisar si se adapta de la mejor manera para garantizar rentabilidad, servicio y costo.

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