Invonate

most manufacturing companies who are implementing asset-light strategies or aiming to do so, are facing challenges when dealing with mro parts, assemblies, and materials. in contrast to the high cost and predictability of raw materials, mro parts are greater in number and lower in cost, introducing further complexity. this deters companies from utilizing the full potential of asset-light strategies when it comes to mro. choosing a 3pl vmi outsourcing provider to manage mro parts can be a valid solution, but it comes with some inherent deficiencies that diminish its attractiveness. mro parts tend to have higher obsolescence risk and its reduction is costly and time consuming. change management and product liability are crucial obstacles that can disrupt the entire supply chain, requiring great consideration prior to implementation. lastly, and perhaps most importantly, essentially all provides are non-asset (or asset-light) and are reluctant to claim the inventory liability. invonat