dependent demand - demand for components that results from demand for higher level product
gross requirements time buckets
Why are part numbers important? They are unambiguous descriptors of the parts. English (text) descriptions could get confused. What is “pegging” or “drilling”? Identifying linkages between parent and components, typically in order to formulate the where-used report. This report states the applications of particular components. What might be some of the tools used to ensure accurate inventory records? bar codes cycle counting formal stockroom procedures - locked stockrooms