Filling the Gaps: Managing Parts Shortages Inside the Execution Window
June 11, 2012
Demand is unpredictable, and supply can be disrupted by a host of factors, from unanticipated demand spikes, to natural disasters, to geopolitical upheaval. If we can’t predict or prevent parts shortages, what can we do to more intelligently manage and resolve them?
In this white paper, learn how to deal with critical parts shortages by making your original plans work using assets you already have in motion. Inside you’ll discover what technologies and business processes are needed to:
Identify problems quickly using data from across the supply chain,
Obtain urgently needed supplies of short components, and
- Analyze the potential impact of various decisions on profitability and customer service.
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