ESTOQUE: UM DESAFIO FINANCEIRO PARA AS EMPRESAS

Abstract

Companies aim for better results at all times. However, they encounter several challenges, one of which is the stock of materials. To obtain competitive advantage, administrators include inventory planning, management and control in their daily lives, but, nevertheless, they face different problems in the micro and macro environment, such as example, logistics, supplier, damage, storage of inputs etc. Is important define the necessary strategies for the business to establish itself in the consumer market. O planning what should remain in stock, when to be replenished, quantity to buy, identifying obsolete stock are issues that must be analyzed by the manager. The purpose of this article is to analyze how management techniques, stock preparation impact on the organization's economy and highlight how systems and methods contribute to optimize profit. The methodology used was the bibliographic survey and research online on websites specializing in the topic and scientific articles. After analyzing the concepts presented by the authors, it can be observed that there is an important repertoire regarding models, techniques, and philosophy for the management, design, inspection and purchase of stock, contributing to enhance the product, reduce costs and promote competitive advantage.