Challenges within the supply chain?
Within Odoo, every process step can be configured to ensure proper continuity of the entire supply chain, also known as the production chain. This includes, among other things, carrying out purchases on time, entering lead times, taking internal production time into account, and of course delivery to the customer. If a delay occurs in any of these steps, it can have a direct impact on the supply chain; everything is interconnected. By properly setting up data fields and safety margins, disappointments become a thing of the past and promises made to the customer are kept.
Within Odoo, various data fields are used. Filling in these data fields realistically is of great importance for a smooth supply chain. If unrealistic data fields are entered, the chain will quickly become congested and work will pile up.
If a delay arises at the supplier, the customer must be informed immediately. If safety margins have been defined, it is important to inform the customer when these are exceeded. Timely communication creates understanding; if delays are not communicated, friction can arise. With Odoo, you can stay ahead of this.
Various data fields in Odoo
In Odoo, various safety margins can be entered so that the supply chain remains intact, without bottlenecks. These margins can be configured in Odoo under Inventory and advanced scheduling.
Take, for example, the ‘sales security lead time’. Here, the number of days can be entered that serves as a margin of error on the promised delivery date to the customer. If a delay occurs, this margin of error absorbs the delay without direct consequences for the chain and promises made to the customer.
In addition, a margin can also be entered for the number of days needed to purchase components. Depending on the capacity of the relevant purchasing department, a purchase order is confirmed within a certain time frame. Make sure to allow enough margin here. If a company works with minimal stock and purchases are made weekly, enter this margin as realistically as possible for the continuity of the chain.
There may also be a ‘purchase security lead time’. In this case, receipts are scheduled earlier to prevent possible delays. Any delay from the supplier is absorbed so that there will be no consequences for the further progress of the shipment.
