Challenges of Inventory Management Today

I’m finding that the unpredictability of supply lines is really affecting inventory levels. Recently, a supplier I relied on for critical components had delays that pushed back production schedules. How are others managing their inventory in such turbulent times? I’m particularly interested in strategies for ensuring timely procurement without holding too much stock.

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