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Objectives
Define inventory Identify the types of inventoryExplain why inventory control is needed Identify the various types of
computerized inventory controlExplain why technology is needed in the
fashion industry
Types of Inventory Manufacturers
A. Raw Materials Fabrics Trimmings Notions
B. Work-in-Progress (WIP) Partially completed
garments Pants legs Jacket lapels Shirt sleeves
Types of InventoryRetailers
Finished goods: completed post-production items
Other inventories Business support goods
ComputersOffice suppliesDisplay propsCash registers
Inventory Operations
Inventory ControlProcess of maintaining
inventories at a level that prevents stock outs and minimizes holding costs
Production Purchasing Ordering
Materials HandlingAll activities of goods
not involved in the production process:
Moving Storage Packing Transporting
Why is Inventory Control Needed?
Too little inventory Lost manufacturing and sales because products not available when needed
Why is Inventory Control Needed?
Too little inventory Lost manufacturing and sales because products not available when needed
Too much inventory Extra handling, product obsolescence, and excessive carrying costs (storage, space, heat, lights, insurance, interest on money, etc.)
Why is Inventory Control Needed?
Too little inventory Lost manufacturing and sales because products not available when needed
Too much inventory Extra handling, product obsolescence, and excessive carrying costs (storage, space, heat, lights, insurance, interest on money, etc.)
The wrong inventory
Lost sales, high costs due to no demand for products already purchased
Computerized Inventory Control
Manufacturing resource planning (MRP II) Determines what resources (people,
equipment, materials) and quantities of each should be used to meet inventory levels
Plans production materials and inventory levels Coordinates data from all departments Determines when to order and deliver
materials based on need
Computerized Inventory Control
Just-in-time (JIT)Executes the plan of MRP IIReduces costs
Less storageLess accountingLess investment
Computerized Inventory Control
Enterprise resource planning (ERP)Coordinates all elements from
manufacturing to retailingMore profits result for all firms
involvedAllows “what-if” models
Discussion Questions:
What is the advantage of U.S. companies to having efficient inventory control when competing with imports?
How does inventory control affect the fashion industry?
Using Technology in the Fashion Industry
Purpose: to integrate companies, goods and services into comprehensive systems through: Communication Interaction
What are the advantages to using technology in fashion?
Lower production costs Higher quality Quicker turnaround time More flexibility (change software instead of
machinery) More accuracy Less financial risk More innovative fashion designs
Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
Combination of many electronic steps
Maximum coordinationCentralized control
Future Technology in Fashion
Demand flow manufacturing (DFM) Customization Reduces forecasting risks
“Stitchless” sewingSeamless garmentsClimate-controlled clothingFactory/retail layouts by virtual reality Nanotechnology