A Company Distributes Repair Parts for High-End Appliances

question 148

Short Answer

A company distributes repair parts for high-end appliances. The annual demand is 81,000 and the company operates 300 days per year. The annual carrying cost is 20% of the item cost, which is $500. The ordering cost is estimated at $60 and the shortage cost is $150.
-What is the maximum inventory level?

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Definitions:

Demand Uncertainty

The difficulty in accurately predicting customer demand, affecting inventory management, production planning, and capacity utilization.

Forecast Error

The difference between the forecasted value and the actual value that occurs, indicating the accuracy of forecasts.

Strategic Fit

The alignment of organizational strategies, resources, and capabilities with the external environment to achieve competitive advantage.

Responsiveness Spectrum

A range indicating the degree to which a system or process can adjust quickly to changes or demand without compromising quality or performance.