Parts Before They Break: How Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI) Saves Time and Money
Holding two years of spare parts ties up capital; holding none invites costly downtime. Vendor-Managed Inventory strikes the balance by letting your supplier own the stock until you need it.
How VMI Works
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Shared Forecast – Your ERP posts consumption signals to SMOR’s portal.
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Dynamic Replenishment – Algorithms recalculate min/max levels daily.
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On-Site Consignment – Parts sit in a secure cage at your plant; ownership transfers only at withdrawal.
Measurable Gains
| KPI | Before VMI | After VMI |
|---|---|---|
| Carrying Cost | ฿4.2 M/yr | ฿1.9 M/yr |
| Stock-outs | 7 events/yr | 0 events/yr |
| Technician Search Time | 22 min | 6 min |
Beyond Spares: Data-Driven Planning
SMOR’s analytics engine flags chronic part usage, feeding back into your reliability program. If a cylinder seal fails every 9 weeks, maybe the root cause isn’t stocking—but incorrect air pressure.
Implementation in 4 Weeks
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Audit & SKU Rationalization
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Barcode/RFID Tagging
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Portal Integration (SAP, Oracle, or Odoo)
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Go-Live with Quarterly SLA Review
