Integration of Six Sigma and System Dynamics Modelling to Minimizing Inventory
摘要
Efficient inventory management is essential for manufacturing firms to ensure operational smoothness and financial viability. This study investigates the challenge of excessive finished goods inventory at PT. XYZ, a plastic product manufacturer in Indonesia, with the goal of achieving an average inventory average level of 10,000 pieces per week. Integrating Six-sigma DMAIC methodology and System Dynamics modelling allows for the identification of interventions in machine allocation, packing labor, and delivery policies. Through Six-Sigma DMAIC and System Dynamics analysis, interventions are developed based on root cause identification and simulation outcomes. Proposed interventions include increasing dedicated machines from 5 to 10, augmenting the packing workforce from 5 to 10 individuals, and adjusting the delivery policy from every 8 days to every 7 days. Projections suggest that by implementing these interventions, PT.XYZ will attain the target inventory level by week 31 of 2024, while maintaining an average productivity performance of 23.67 pieces per man-hour. This underscores the efficacy of an integrated approach in effectively addressing inventory challenges in manufacturing firms.