8.6 Inventory
Explanation
Discuss what levels of inventory will be needed for various components of the finished offering. Consider order lead times, shelf life, storage space, logistics, personnel and any other factors pertinent to the inventory control process.
Factors to consider:
Material ordering processes
Order lead times
Storage space
Scarce materials
Volatile materials
Short shelf life materials
Movement from inventory to production
Reorder points
Reorder quantities
Alternative materials/sources
In-process inventory
Finished goods inventory
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