In the world of spare parts inventory management, the difference between success and failure often comes down to more than just good intentions or end-state goals. It depends on the quality and consistency of the systems that support operations day in and day out.
In the words of James Clear, author of Atomic Habits
“Goals are good for setting a direction,
but systems are best for making progress.”
A new article this month explores the issues of goals versus systems in the context of spare parts inventory management.
This includes:
- The problem with a goal-focused approach
- How systems create sustainable progress
- Why systems beat goals in spare parts management
- How to build a better spare parts system
