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Getting out from under all the “stuff” – Inventory Control and Space Planning can help

Speaker: Sarah Pavelka

Course Description:

Many organizations are continuing to focus on the management of their cost, quality and service. This management philosophy has always included the elements of people, process (methods), machines and material focused control. During this session attendees will see how the people, working within their processes using materials and machines change the output of an organization’s quality, cost and service. Inventory and supply management / controls are an integral part of this system; however, many forget that this element is also a part of the inputs into the system. Finally, how does inventory control relate to space planning.

Learning Objectives

• Define the basic concepts of material / supply management, inventory control, and space planning
• Recognize inventory control is both a vital part of the system input and process management
• Identify the basic tools and how to apply them to any part of the organization
• Recognize the resources in your service area or the areas related to inventory control or space planning.