| Article ID: | iaor1989110 |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Volume: | 19 |
| Start Page Number: | 31 |
| End Page Number: | 34 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 1989 |
| Journal: | International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management |
| Authors: | Marr Norman E. |
This article outlines how one particular company sought to bring about inventory reductions, and hence cost savings, without reducing customer service levels. The author’s attention was confined to the manner by which the physical stock levels were reduced within the constraints of existing company policy that sets service levels through ability to supply customers.