VMI is a concept whereby the supplier himself controls deliveries
to the customer in such a way that there is always sufficient stock
in the customer's warehouse. The supplier receives warehouse stock
and material requirements data. Upper and lower limits are agreed
on for the stock levels for each and every part. The current and
planned stock situation is clearly displayed on SupplyOn by means
of the VMI order monitor.
The aim of VMI is to give the supplier considerable freedom in
optimizing his own production and transportation load. Both the
customer and the supplier can reduce stock levels and storage costs.
VMI offers the best basis for creating a single-level stockkeeping
function in the supply chain.
In summary, using VMI will bring you the following advantages: |