Depende del tipo de producto que se va a producir, make to stock (MTS) o make to orden (MTO). En MTS, la Planeación de la Demanda y modelos de posibles escenearios futuros serán de utilidad para disminuir la incertidumbre y mejorar inidicadores como service level u OTIF ante el cliente. En MTO, la rápida reacción en procesos de cadena de abastecimiento, manufactura adaptable rápidamente, calidad y rapidez serán muy valorados por el cliente. Ahora en ambos casos, Just In Time JIT es parcialmente cuestionado; Por qué? Siempre se busca la mayor eficiencia o tasa de salida del sistema, sin embargo con un buffer o inventario de seguridad mayor que antes de estar hiperconectados a nivel global, ‘el mundo se convirtió en un pueblo grande.’

1. Forecast Demand: Use data analytics to predict demand patterns and adjust production accordingly. 2. Prioritize Flexibility: Design processes and schedules that can adapt to demand shifts. 3. Maintain Safety Stock: Keep minimal inventory for high-demand items to avoid delays. 4. Strengthen Supplier Relations: Ensure reliable, quick responses to material needs. 5. Optimize Workflow: Streamline tasks and reduce bottlenecks to improve just-in-time efficiency. 6. Monitor and Adjust: Regularly review performance to make quick adjustments.

Supply chain important factor in business success and demand forecasting is key to meet on time and customer satisfaction.When customer need anything we can't delay because of do many alternatives available in market as we also know when customer leave because of unavailablilty they never come back so we need to meet there requirements whenever they asked.Happy selling

Yes , it can managed using first analysis tools for demand forecast and applying VSM and adapte the process to deal with such challenges also small inventory can be studied but without overburdening.

Here are my two cents:- 1. Use real-time data and predictive analytics to anticipate demand shifts more accurately, allowing production to adapt proactively. 2. Build strong relationships with suppliers and keep momentum of strong collaboration for rapid response capabilities and prioritize suppliers for flexibility. 3. Cross-Training Employees across group of area to increase back ups and efficiency 4. Implement Agile Manufacturing Techniques with Scrum Ceremonies