3. IntroductionIn the News “OESO expects 0,7% economic growth in 2010” (FD 24-06-2009) “IMF expects an improvement of the economy the second half of 2009 (10-07-2009) “NXP expects a 25% increase in turnover during the 2nd quarter of 2009” (FD 05-06-09) “Nevi Purchasing managers index June 2009 the highest in the last 8 months” (Nevi) “The decline of our economy decreases” (Prof. Arjan Weele, June 2009)
5. IntroductionParadox To survive the crisis, organizations have minimized inventory levels to create cash and minimize loss. This minimization of inventory is a good strategy during a crisis, but is a barrier to success during ramp up, and eventually may lead to increased lost sales and decreased market share.