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The table below show a list of FOMs by which can assess an Inventory Management System technology:  
The table below show a list of FOMs by which can assess an Inventory Management System technology:  


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Revision as of 17:12, 12 October 2023

Technology Roadmap

Roadmap Overview

Inventory management system is a critical component of business operations' supply chain management that ensures efficient flows of materials and products from vendors to customers.

‎Key Goals of the SCM – inventory management system are:

  • Providing timely, complete, and accurate inventory levels to managements
  • Minimizing carrying costs while ensuring product availability.
  • Reducing stockouts and overstock situations.
  • Enhancing supply chain visibility and responsiveness.
  • Streamlining operations and reducing inefficiencies.
  • Lowering costs while maintaining service levels.
  • Meeting customer demand accurately and on time.
  • Adapting to changes in demand, supply, and market conditions.


Effective management systems provide the right products at the right time and place to meet growing customer demand. It is a critical aspect of modern business operations and plays a crucial role in achieving profitability and customer satisfaction.

(https://jelvix.com/blog/automated-inventory-management-system

*image-source - https://jelvix.com/blog/automated-inventory-management-system

Design Structure Matrix (DSM) Allocation

DSM of the Inventory Management System:

Inventory Management System DSM (under Supply Chain Management (SCM) System

The tree structure of the Inventory Management System.

Inventory Management System

Object Process Model (OPM)

This OPM represents the Inventory Management System:


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Figures of Merit (FoM)

The table below show a list of FOMs by which can assess an Inventory Management System technology:

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Examples of FOM performance

Over the last 52 years, inventory management system was improved by about 7% annualized growth based on the FoM trend indicated below:

Global Export Value in USD vs. Total Global Population (1950-2022)