When a company has a wide SKU portfolio, defining the right inventory strategy can be a complex challenge. It requires balancing limited capacities while managing the deployment of new product introductions (NPI), maintaining optimal stock levels for core assortments, and overseeing the smooth exit of End-of-Life (EOL) products. Our team offers a range of solutions designed to optimize the inventory management process:

• CAPACITY UTILIZATION STUDY – We analyze storage utilization, equipment configuration and performance, and the flow of goods to identify inefficiencies and validate capacity constraints. Our assessment pinpoints root causes of bottlenecks and highlights opportunities for improvement, including layout optimization and potential expansion. We often use heat map analysis for a clear visual representation of storage density, allocation patterns and operational inefficiencies.

• INVENTORY ANALYTICS AND INSIGHTS – We analyze inventory levels against historical demand data and forecasted volumes to benchmark your processes against industry best practices. During this assessment, we identify capacity killers — SKUs that occupy excessive storage space — and provide action plans to optimize their stock levels, whether through reallocation or an exit strategy. Additionally, we evaluate your current stock planning KPIs and, based on simulations, propose alternative target values for improved performance. By freeing up warehouse space, we enhance stock availability for critical items and improve overall service levels. Our team can also help develop and implement predictive inventory consumption tools tailored to product types, stock rotation patterns, and lifecycle stages.

• STOCK ALLOCATION AND INVENTORY POLICY – Every product should have an optimal storage location based on its stock rotation class. Material classifications such as Make-To-Stock (MTS), Make-To-Order (MTO), or one-off seasonal promotions help determine storage locations, alongside key parameters like batch size and target Days-of-Inventory (DOI) values. Optimizing these factors within a single warehouse is complex, but for companies operating multiple warehouses, it requires advanced strategies. Stock level imbalances are a major driver of high logistics costs, making it essential to maintain the right level of centralization while minimizing transportation and handling expenses. Our consultants help define and formulate this balance as a strategic approach. Additionally, we assist in establishing effective replenishment policies to ensure efficient stock flow and availability.

• INVENTORY GOVERNANCE – Business dynamics and a constantly changing environment require not only the establishment of dedicated stock management teams, guided by well-defined inventory policies and control procedures, but also a centrally managed team of experienced professionals responsible for overarching inventory governance. As part of such a working group, we offer services including periodic strategy reviews, compliance monitoring, adjustments to business cases, and redefinition of key parameters and KPIs. Our approach ensures decision-making is based on objective, data-driven insights, free from internal influence and bias.

• COLLABORATIVE STOCK MANAGEMENT – Expanding the scope beyond internal logistics has proven to deliver excellent results. By sharing inventory responsibilities with supply chain partners, such as suppliers and key customers, companies can balance stock levels and reduce associated costs. Our consultants support the implementation of Supplier-Managed Inventory (SMI) and Vendor-Managed Inventory (VMI), helping you establish effective collaboration models that enhance efficiency, reduce stockholding costs, and improve service levels.