Sistema de gestión de inventarios en la empresa Bull´s Jean de la ciudad de Pelileo

Abstract

The objective of this research project was to propose the implementation of an inventory management system at Bull's Jean, a clothing manufacturer located in the city of Pelileo. Based on an assessment of the current situation, using methodological tools such as SWOT analysis, time studies, and Ishikawa diagrams, among others, it was determined that no technical criteria are applied in the company's inventory-related processes. Instead, these processes are carried out empirically, resulting in inadequate product classification and high costs. It was established that technical criteria are not applied in its inventory-related processes; on the contrary, these are executed empirically, which results in inadequate classification of its products, high storage costs, and a lack of control over the units stored in the warehouse. Faced with this problem, the proposal for the new system had three phases: first, an ABC classification of products was developed in order to identify which ones are most important economically for the organization. The second phase consisted of reducing the costs associated with preparation and storage by applying the POQ model to category A products, which are the most essential. Categories B and C were not considered, as the effort involved in conducting a detailed analysis for them could be time-consuming and more costly than the benefit. The final savings for the organization after applying the model were $7708,53 per year, demonstrating the efficiency of the methodology. Finally, the third phase complemented the entire system by developing an automated program in Microsoft Excel for the proper control of its products, adapting to the company's requirements with versatility and intuitiveness.