Management Inventory Research Articles

Kerangka Kerja Evaluasi Kesesuaian Implementasi Vendor Managed Inventory

The aim of this research is Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) collaborating in the supply chain. Suppliers are responsible for the availability of customer goods. VMI developed in the retail industry, the VMI concept has been used in the logistics industry. The successful application of the VMI concept has become an interesting research topic for academics and practitioners. This research develops a conceptual framework for evaluating the suitability of implementing VMI for a product in a specific company. Method through systematic literature review. The result of the research is a framework for the suitability of VMI implementation. The three dimensions of the product-related framework consist of 12 elements and 39 indicators that can be used for further research.

The Activity Management Inventory for Pain (AMI-P): Initial Development and Validation of a Questionnaire Based on Operant Learning and Energy Conservation Models of Activity Management.

Activity management is an important treatment component in chronic pain programs. However, there are shortcomings in measures of this construct, leading to inconsistencies in research findings. Here, we describe the development of the Activity Management Inventory for Pain (AMI-P). The AMI-P was developed by a group of international researchers with extensive expertise in both chronic pain and activity management. The initial evaluation of the AMI-P items included 2 studies that were both conducted in Canadian tertiary pain care centers. The resulting 20-item measure has 3 behavior scales (Rest, Alternating Activity, and Planned Activity), and 4 goal scales (Feel Less Pain, Get More Done, Complete the Task, and Save Energy). The behavior scales evidenced marginal to good internal consistency and test-retest reliability, and a moderate positive association with an existing pacing measure. The Rest and Alternating Activity scales were associated with greater pain interference, the Alternating Activity and Planned Activity scales were associated with less satisfaction with social roles, and the Planned Activity scale was associated with fewer depressive symptoms. The Alternating Activity scale increased significantly from pretreatment to posttreatment. All goal scales were positively associated with all behavior scales. The Feel Less Pain goal scale was positively associated with measures of avoidance and pain interference, while the Get More Done goal scale was negatively associated with measures of depressive symptoms and overdoing. The findings support the reliability and validity of the AMI-P scales, while also highlighting the complexity and multidimensional aspects of activity management.

Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Implementation in Recycled PET Preform for The Beverage Industry

The beverage industry is a company that is focused on producing mineral water in Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) bottles. PET bottles serve as the primary packaging choice in the beverage industry, making the use of preforms as a material for bottles unavoidable. On the other hand, the public is more aware of using sustainable materials. Adapting market awareness, the company shifted from virgin material to recycled material. Due to the significant initial investment, the company has decided on a single supplier strategy for recycled PET preform suppliers. This policy forces the company to manage the supplier to meet the company’s delivery accomplishment target. Currently, in the management of beverage found in the industry, the supplier only reaches 50% of delivery accomplishments, whereas the company target is 90%. The beverage industry strived for a revolution, so the company’s target was achieved. The vendor managed inventory method is implemented in this study to create a new revolution for PET preform suppliers, a new replenishment system. After the implementation of Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), there has been an improvement, reaching 95% in delivery accomplishment. The adoption of vendor managed inventory ensures the attainment of the company’s objectives.

Criminogenic Risk Assessment Beyond Juvenile Justice: Exploring the Predictive Ability of the Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (YLS/CMI) in Norway

This study evaluated the predictive properties of the Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (YLS/CMI) in 646 Norwegian adolescents (63% males) placed in non-secure, community-based residential care. Using receiver operating characteristics and logistic regression, the study explored the YLS/CMI’s efficacy in predicting various recidivism outcomes across subgroups. The inventory demonstrated to be a significant predictor for all categories of offending behavior (area under the curve ranged from .62 to .77). Although the YLS/CMI total risk score showed a robust association with offending across subgroups, there were discernible variations in predictive ability between males and females. This pattern extended to analyses of subdomains and have implications for clinical use. Overall, the findings support the YLS/CMI as a useful tool for predicting delinquency in a Norwegian residential setting and contribute to the expanding body of literature supporting the instrument’s utility across various cultures and contexts.

Blood Bank Management System and Inventory Optimization

The research paper proposes an innovative approach to revolutionize blood bank management through a meticulously organized database system and a user-friendly application, aimed at addressing India's alarming shortage of blood supply. By streamlining information storage and retrieval, the system enhances efficiency and encourages consistent blood donations through timely reminders and real- time event updates for donors. For recipients, it simplifies the blood request process, particularly crucial during emergencies. This holistic approach not only tackles the immediate issue but also fosters a sustainable blood donation ecosystem, showcasing the potential of technology in addressing critical healthcare challenges and promoting community engagement in life-saving endeavours.

Assessing Forest-Change-Induced Carbon Storage Dynamics by Integrating GF-1 Image and Localized Allometric Growth Equations in Jiangning District, Nanjing, Eastern China (2017–2020)

Forest and its dynamics are of great significance for accurately estimating regional carbon sequestration, emissions and carbon sink capacity. In this work, an efficient framework that integrates remote sensing, deep learning and statistical modeling was proposed to extract forest change information and then derive forest carbon storage dynamics during the period 2017 to 2020 in Jiangning District, Nanjing, Eastern China. Firstly, the panchromatic band and multi-spectral bands of GF-1 images were fused by using four different methods; Secondly, an improved Mask-RCNN integrated with Swin Transformer was devised to extract forest distribution information in 2020. Finally, by using the substitution strategy of space for time in the 2017 Forest Management and Planning Inventory (FMPI) data, local carbon density allometric growth equations were fitted by coniferous forest and broad-leaved forest types and compared, and the optimal fitting was accordingly determined, followed by the measurements of forest-change-induced carbon storage dynamics. The results indicated that the improved Mask-RCNN synergizing with the Swin Transformer gained an overall accuracy of 93.9% when mapping the local forest types. The carbon storage of forest standing woods was calculated at 1,449,400 tons in 2020, increased by 14.59% relative to that of 2017. This analysis provides a technical reference for monitoring forest change and lays a data foundation for local agencies to formulate forest management policies in the process of achieving dual-carbon goals.

MANAJEMEN ASSET DAN INVENTARISASI ASSET DALAM RANGKA MEWUJUDKAN GOOD SCHOOL GOVERNANCE

MANAJEMEN ASSET DAN INVENTARISASI ASSET DALAM RANGKA MEWUJUDKAN GOOD SCHOOL GOVERNANCE

Assessing the Effects of Inventory Management Practices on Performance of Small and Medium-Size Enterprises in Accra

The study investigates the effects of inventory management practices on performance of small and medium size enterprises in Accra. The study employed the purposive sampling technique to gather data from 110 staff of SME firms in Accra. The statistical Package for Social Sciences version 23 was used for data analysis. Findings of the study showed that Economic Order Quantity (EOQ), Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and ABS analysis are the inventory management practices in the SME industry in Accra. The study also showed a significant positive relationship between inventory management practices and organizational performance. Policy implications as well as managerial and direction for future studies are discussed.

Procrastinação, Gestão do Tempo e Autoeficácia em Estudantes Universitários

Abstract This study sought to verify whether there are differences in rates of procrastination, time management and self-efficacy among university students when scores are controlled by sex or by period of education, and whether self-efficacy scores have predictive power on time management and procrastination. 800 university students participated in the study. The instruments used were the Academic Procrastination Motives Scale, Time Management Inventory and Self-efficacy Scale in Higher Education. A MANOVA test with post-hoc t tests and a structural equation model were performed. Self-efficacy was able to successfully predict procrastination and time management behaviors. A higher rate of procrastination behavior was identified among women at the end of the course when compared to beginners, and a lower rate of procrastination among male students than among female ones. The study is concluded by underlining the importance of programs to foster these skills among undergraduates.

Managing Bullwhip Effect in Acoustic Guitar Manufacturing: A Case Study Through Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) Approach

The Bullwhip Effect is a condition where differences arise between the supply and demand numbers within supply chain management. This acoustic guitar manufacturing faces challenges resulting from demand fluctuations, supply chain complexities, and inventory inefficiencies, which often lead to the Bullwhip Effect. The company experiences fluctuations in both demand and supply, consequently leading to inventory accumulation in its warehouses. This study aims to reduce the Bullwhip Effect score in acoustic guitar manufacturing by implementing the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) method. VMI acts as a regulatory mechanism during distribution, ensuring better control over dispatched products by incorporating forecasting techniques such as single exponential smoothing, double exponential smoothing, and linear regression. Before implementing VMI, the Bullwhip Effect scores were 1.42 for Retailer 1 and 1.69 for Retailer 2. After the successful implementation of VMI, significant reductions in the Bullwhip Effect scores were observed, with scores of 0.48 and 0.91 recorded for Retailer 1 and Retailer 2, respectively.

Adaptação transcultural do inventário Parent Hearing Aid Management Inventory para o Português Brasileiro

ABSTRACT Purpose to translate and cross-culturally adapt the Parent Hearing Aid Management Inventory into Brazilian Portuguese. Methods study of the methodological type of cross-cultural adaptation, which followed the recommendations of the literature for its execution. Two steps and eight steps were performed to achieve the adaptation: obtaining permission from the authors; formation of a committee of specialists who acted in some of the steps for the validation of the translation, translation by 2 proficient translators, synthesis of the translations and evaluation of equivalences, reverse translation and synthesis of the same, pilot study with 10 families to verify the applicability of the instrument and synthesis of the final version of the instrument. Results Cohen's kappa analysis was applied for the inter-rater agreement analysis and Cronbach's alpha coefficient for the analysis of internal reliability of the instrument. After application with the families, the instrument was considered valid to assess the needs for guidance and support of families regarding the management of hearing devices in the population of children with hearing loss. Conclusion the Inventory was translated and adapted into Brazilian Portuguese, under the name of Inventário de Manejo dos Aprendidos for the Family (IMAAF) and has the potential to help in clinical practice to achieve effective use of individual sound amplification devices in the population of children with hearing impairment, in a perspective centered on the needs of their families.

Optimal Green Investments and Replenishment Decisions in Vendor Managed Inventory System for Non Instantaneous Deteriorating Products with Partially Backordering

Optimal Green Investments and Replenishment Decisions in Vendor Managed Inventory System for Non Instantaneous Deteriorating Products with Partially Backordering

The effects of data aggregation on long-term projections of forest stands development

Forest management planning often relies on Airborne Laser Scanning (ALS)-based Forest Management Inventories (FMIs) for sustainable and efficient decision-making. Employing the area-based (ABA) approach, these inventories estimate forest characteristics for grid cell areas (pixels), which are then usually summarized at the stand level. Using the ALS-based high-resolution Norwegian Forest Resource Maps (16 ​m ​× ​16 ​m pixel resolution) alongside with stand-level growth and yield models, this study explores the impact of three levels of pixel aggregation (stand-level, stand-level with species strata, and pixel-level) on projected stand development. The results indicate significant differences in the projected outputs based on the aggregation level. Notably, the most substantial difference in estimated volume occurred between stand-level and pixel-level aggregation, ranging from −301 to +253 ​m3⋅ha−1 for single stands. The differences were, on average, higher for broadleaves than for spruce and pine dominated stands, and for mixed stands and stands with higher variability than for pure and homogenous stands. In conclusion, this research underscores the critical role of input data resolution in forest planning and management, emphasizing the need for improved data collection practices to ensure sustainable forest management.

Cross-cultural adaptation of the Parent Hearing Aid Management Inventory into Brazilian Portuguese.

to translate and cross-culturally adapt the Parent Hearing Aid Management Inventory into Brazilian Portuguese. study of the methodological type of cross-cultural adaptation, which followed the recommendations of the literature for its execution. Two steps and eight steps were performed to achieve the adaptation: obtaining permission from the authors; formation of a committee of specialists who acted in some of the steps for the validation of the translation, translation by 2 proficient translators, synthesis of the translations and evaluation of equivalences, reverse translation and synthesis of the same, pilot study with 10 families to verify the applicability of the instrument and synthesis of the final version of the instrument. Cohen's kappa analysis was applied for the inter-rater agreement analysis and Cronbach's alpha coefficient for the analysis of internal reliability of the instrument. After application with the families, the instrument was considered valid to assess the needs for guidance and support of families regarding the management of hearing devices in the population of children with hearing loss. the Inventory was translated and adapted into Brazilian Portuguese, under the name of Inventário de Manejo dos Aprendidos for the Family (IMAAF) and has the potential to help in clinical practice to achieve effective use of individual sound amplification devices in the population of children with hearing impairment, in a perspective centered on the needs of their families.

Tinjauan Inventori Daur Hidup dalam Pengelolaan Mineral Ikutan Radioaktif

Naturally-Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) is generated by several non-nuclear activities or events. Life cycle assessment can be used to evaluate the steps and processes in managing NORM. However, the use of life cycle assessment for NORM is still limited. This paper aims to identify the key considerations when conducting a life cycle inventory analysis for NORM management. The life cycle assessment process includes determining objectives and scope, performing a life cycle inventory analysis, impact assessment, and interpretation. Since NORM is produced by a wide range of activities, it is essential to establish clear objectives and scope from the outset. Analysis of NORM management inventories will vary depending on the physical, chemical, or radionuclide characteristics of the NORM. One of the main challenges in inventory analysis is collecting data and information related to the input, process, and output of a processing unit based on the objectives and scope. Some general considerations that can be used in inventory analysis include determining flow and mass diagrams, location, and equipment data. Flow and mass diagrams show the input, process, and output stages of a processing unit, while location data can be used as a constraint in the life cycle assessment system. Equipment data will contain information regarding the type and number of equipment, equipment performance details, energy requirements, fuel requirements, etc. Inventory analysis can only be carried out accurately and effectively when the objectives and scope of the NORM management life cycle assessment are known. However, even if the processing unit and NORM management characteristics influence the input and output information and data, initial information regarding energy and fuel sources can still be analyzed. Keywords: radioactive minerals, life cycle assessment, NORM analysis, inventory.

Implementation Vendor Managed Inventory in Electronic Manufacturing

A supply chain (SC) is described as a chain in which raw materials are obtained, products are manufactured in one or more factories, transported to a distribution warehouse, supplied to retailers, and eventually reach the customer's hand. Supply Chain Management (SCM) is the strategic coordination of key activities and strategies across functions inside a specific business as well as across its supply chain partners in order to improve the long-term performance of the individual organisations and the supply chain as a whole. Supply chain management has been increasingly significant in the industrial world in recent years. Inventory management is one of the most critical concerns in the supply chain that may have a significant impact on the chain's performance. Demand in the upstream portion of the chain is dependent on orders produced in the downstream part of the chain, and because of market uncertainties, inventory management has become a highly difficult issue. According to the traditional supply chain structure, each member of the chain has their own inventory policy to enhance organisational performance. Due to a lack of information sharing among members, upstream members are uninformed of actual client demand. Now, with the VMI method to information exchange in the supply chain, the supplier has access to the customer's inventory and demand information. The research results show that by using the VMI approach, can enhanced the inventory alignment, enhancing overall financial performance and improved business performance.

Airborne laser scanning to optimize the sampling efficiency of a forest management inventory in South-Eastern Germany

Effective forest stewardship relies on comprehensive field-inventories describing forest resources. Increasing demands for data and indicators that improve understanding of climate change impacts, timber production, and ecosystem processes make access to robust field inventories crucial. A trade-off between cost and statistical efficacy exists however, necessitating that practitioners be familiar with the spatial and structural composition and variability of their management areas. Remotely sensed data, like airborne laser scanning (ALS), can improve data availability and sampling efficiency. In this study, we simulate sampling approaches and provide an indication of the benefits of incorporating ALS-derived auxiliary data. We evaluate the ability of sub-samples from an existing field-inventory to accurately estimate ALS structural metrics. Additionally, we explore data-driven approaches to allocate new field plots, reducing bias and improving accuracy. The Monte Carlo simulation compared the local pivotal method (LPM), Latin hypercube sampling (LHS), and simple random sampling (SRS) at a variety of sample sizes. Precision and variability measures were used to comparatively assess the efficacy of sampling method and sample size. Results demonstrate the value of ALS as an auxiliary dataset, with LPM and LHS achieving sampling efficiencies over SRS of up to 88.6% and 94.3%, respectively. By applying the adapted Latin hypercube evaluation of a legacy sample (AHELS) algorithm, we reduced the mean average percent deviation (MAPD) by over 20% between sample measures and wall-to-wall ALS metrics. These methods can aid practitioners in planning cost-effective and statistically rigorous forest inventory campaigns, particularly in determining where to re-sample within an existing plot network.

An explorative and confirmative factor analysis of the Leadership and Management Inventory-II among staff working in elderly care

PurposeThe Purpose of the study was to investigate the construct validity and internal consistency of the LaMI among staff in the context of elderly care in Sweden.Design/methodology/approachQuestionnaire data from a longitudinal study of staff working in elderly care were used. Data were collected using the Leadership and Management Inventory. First data collection was for explorative factor analysis (n = 1,149), and the second collection, one year later, was for confirmatory factor analysis (n = 1,061).FindingsThe explorative factor analysis resulted in a two-factor solution that explained 70.2% of the total variance. Different models were tested in the confirmatory factor analysis. The final model, a two-factor solution where three items were omitted, showed acceptable results.Originality/valueThe instrument measures both leadership and management performance and can be used to continually measure managers’ performances as perceived by staff to identify areas for development.

Clinical Override Use With the Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory: Predictive Validity and Factors Associated With Case Management Use

Clinical discretion by youth probation officers to override the actuarial risk assessment classification on the Youth Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (YLS/CMI) is an important feature of case management practices. In a sample of 1,259 youth, the impact of clinical override on the predictive validity of the YLS/CMI and factors associated with override use were studied. Using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) analyses, the YLS/CMI demonstrated large effect size predictive validity values for general recidivism. Override occurred with 10.8% of youth and was more likely to be used with younger youth who had a sexual or violent index offense or those at the upper end of the moderate risk level. For youth where override was used, the YLS/CMI predictive validity became non-significant and fell to chance levels. The implications of these findings for field case management use, training, and probation officer decision-making practices are highlighted.

Static and dynamic predictors of forensic mental health decision-making.

In Canada, individuals found not criminally responsible on account of mental disorder (NCR) fall under the supervision of a jurisdictional review board (RB) per the Criminal Code. Limited research has examined whether RB decisions balance the needs of public safety with social reintegration as intended by federal legislation. To fill this gap, the present study determined whether forensic decisional outcomes in one provincial RB system accounted for information relevant to violence risk. Study instruments included the Level of Service/Case Management Inventory (LS/CMI), Historical Clinical Risk Management-20 Version 3, and the Revised Violence Risk Appraisal Guide. A retrospective longitudinal design was employed to examine an NCR cohort (N = 109) that entered the RB system between 2005 and 2010 and their respective RB hearings (N = 327) until 2015. Results indicated that risk-relevant information was supplied to the RB by forensic professionals; however, key criminogenic risk and need factors as defined by the LS/CMI were absent in clinical reports. RB decisions were still strongly predicted by empirically supported risk factors linked to violent recidivism. Higher release likelihoods corresponded to a proportionally greater reliance on dynamic risk factors to enact dispositions. Forensic risk instruments are central aspects of correctional rehabilitation, and the results demonstrated their relevance to forensic tribunals. It is recommended that information from a forensic risk instrument be routinely delivered to RBs to support evidence-based decision-making. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2022 APA, all rights reserved).