The microchip shortage that is blocking the production of Cellphones will extend into 2022. You need to
Question:
The microchip shortage that is blocking the production of Cellphones will extend into 2022.
You need to set up an inventory ordering system for a Copper wafer based on the following data (assume a normal distribution).
Copper wafers: A Copper wafer is a material essential for manufacturing microchips, which are found in all kinds of cellphones that enrich our lives. [Hint: Select the appropriate stochastic model]
Average daily demand | 40 copper wafers |
Standard deviation of demand | 4 copper wafers |
Average lead time | 7 days |
Standard deviation of lead time | 1 day |
A. What safety stock would you recommend if a stockout risk of 10% is considered acceptable?
B. What safety stock would you recommend if a stockout risk of 5% is considered acceptable?
C. What is the reorder point for a service level of 98%?
D. A reorder point of 80 copper wafers has been set. What is the service level?