Optimal material control in an assembly system with component commonality

Optimal material control in an assembly system with component commonality

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Article ID: iaor20021663
Country: United States
Volume: 48
Issue: 5
Start Page Number: 409
End Page Number: 429
Publication Date: Aug 2001
Journal: Naval Research Logistics
Authors: ,
Abstract:

Allocation of scarce common components to finished product orders is central to the performance of assembly systems. Analysis of these systems is complex, however, when the product master schedule is subject to uncertainty. In this paper, we analyze the cost–service performance of a component inventory system with correlated finished product demands, where component allocation is based on a fair shares method. Such issuing policies are used commonly in practice. We quantify the impact of component stocking policies on finished product delays due to component shortages and on product order completion rates. These results are used to determine optimal base stock levels for components, subject to constraints on finished product service (order completion rates). Our methodology can help managers of assembly systems to (1) understand the impact of their inventory management decisions on customer service, (2) achieve cost reductions by optimizing their inventory investments, and (3) evaluate supplier performance and negotiate contracts by quantifying the effect of delivery lead times on costs and customer service.

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