How do you manage urgency situation for short materials? What are the other ways to avoid shortfall of material if supplier don't have materials.

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Urgency situation for short materials can be managed by finding alternative suppliers and expediting delivery. Maintaining safety stock can also help avoid shortfall.

Identify alternative suppliers who can provide the required materials in a short time frame
Negotiate with suppliers to expedite delivery of materials
Maintain safety stock of critical materials to avoid shortfall
Implement a robust inventory management system to track material availability and usage
Explore options for material substitution or redesign to reduce reliance on specific materials

How do you manage urgency situation for short materials? What are the other ways to avoid shortfall of material if supplier don't have materials.

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