Supply Model for Dependent Demand in the Peruvian Textile Industry: A Case Study The main purpose of managing a supply chain is to ensure the life cycle of a product or service, from reception of raw materials to final distribution. A key factor in achieving the goals of the organization lies in the timing of its processes, since variations in demand can lead to late deliveries, cancellation of orders, and increased reliance on inventory. Therefore, this paper proposes a model that determines the optimal amount to be produced, taking into account the various stages of the supply chain, many of which have not been considered in original models. This model involves reducing inventory overruns and the opportunity cost of using the Excel spreadsheet.

Development and Application of Kanban and MilkRun in Production Process of a Metalworking Company Demand variability and high competitiveness in the manufacturing sector have influenced companies to adopt different tools to optimize their inventory control. The Kanban tool offers a reduction of minimum inventory levels and increased production flexibility. This study covers the design, application, and validation of a Kanban control system and a milkrun distribution system in a kitchen manufacturer company in Peru. The main problem faced by the company is the high index of work in progress (WIP) generated by the bottleneck of the productive flow. This is caused mainly by the absence of a flow system that allows control of the production. This problem amounts to a monthly cost of approximately 53,272. In this study, a pilot is implemented in the production line to evaluate the results obtained and, in parallel, a simulation system is designed to evaluate the longterm results. From the results obtained, it can be concluded that the application of the proposed tools will reduce the WIP of each component produced, avoiding overproduction and optimizing costs.