I-PRO™ Inventory Process Reliability Optimization

I-PRO is a proven methodology that many major companies have utilized to increase MRO Materials effectiveness and optimize costs. PCA has developed an MRO Materials Management Model, similar in scope to the PCA Asset Reliability Model™ available for the maintenance work management processes. The services associated with the MRO Model introduce improvements into your operation that fosters efficiency and service-level improvements for all areas involved with MRO materials management, to include the Purchasing and Procurement processes as they relate to acquiring MRO materials and supplies. Significant results have been realized, including 20-30% in the overall reduction of MRO inventory costs. The key elements include:

Best Business Practices Model for MRO Materials
These are the core business processes involved in running a Storeroom: receiving and issuing; transferring stock from one location to another; adding new stock items; picking, kitting and staging; and, all other daily materials-related activities.

Inventory Reorder Point Modeling
An effective optimization methodology and formulation for maintaining the right inventory levels for stocked items (e.g., MIN/MAX, Leadtime, Safety Stock, Critical Spares, etc.).

Data Cleaning, Standardization, and Catalog Management
A series of processes and services designed to help companies “clean & scrub” their MRO inventory data, standardize parts and materials nomenclature, and develop a company master file parts catalog system.

Bar-Coding
Practical assistance to optimize MRO Materials and Inventory handling by use of state-of-the-art bar-coding applications, methods and equipment.

Set-up and Design, Storage Media
This involves an in-depth review of the storeroom’s physical requirements with regards to layout and design (for a new or existing storeroom). This service also identifies the proper storage media, quantity, layout, usage and costs (e.g., cabinets, racking, etc.)

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