Blog tagged as #Planning

INVENTORY: A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD

Why Is Inventory Management So Tricky for Small Manufacturers?

Let’s get real: big companies can ride out supply shocks, order in bulk, negotiate better payment terms, and still get preferred slots with their vendors. For SMEs? Not so much.

 

Here’s what actually happens:

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16.01.26 12:16 PM - Comment(s)
THE POWER OF LOCAL

Supply chain resilience is no longer a buzzword — it's a business imperative. From COVID lockdowns and container shortages to the Russia–Ukraine war and Red Sea disruptions, manufacturers across India have faced one shock after another. This has been particularly severe for MSME’s.

 

For start...

15.01.26 02:49 AM - Comment(s)
PLANNING SYSTEMS IN LEAN MANUFACTURING

Kanban: The Pull System Powerhouse

Kanban is the first system that comes to mind, when people think of lean planning. It's the most basic "pull" system, which signals demand to downstream operations and prevents overproduction.

How it works:

Kanban uses visual signals such as cards, container...

13.01.26 04:57 AM - Comment(s)