东华大学供应链管理课件第五章 Distribution Strategies.pptVIP

A new Supply Chain Paradigm A shift from a Push System... Production decisions are based on forecast …to a Push-Pull System The Old Paradigm: Push Strategies Production decisions based on long-term forecasts Ordering decisions based on inventory forecasts What are the problems with push strategies? Inability to meet changing demand patterns Obsolescence The bullwhip effect: Excessive inventory Excessive production variability Poor service levels A Newer Paradigm: Pull Strategies Production is demand driven Production and distribution coordinated with true customer demand Firms respond to