The impact of strategic inventory management on logistics organization’s performance
List of Authors
  • Salim Muhanna Salim Al Shukaili , Zaharuzaman Jamaluddin

Keyword
  • Inventory Management, Organization Performance, Logistics, Oman

Abstract
  • This study examines the impact of strategic inventory management on the performance of logistics organizations in Oman. Inventory management plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient operations, reducing costs, and meeting customer demands. The study investigates the strategic inventory management practices adopted by logistics organizations in Oman, including demand forecasting, procurement optimization, and inventory control techniques. It analyses the influence of these practices on key performance indicators such as order fulfillment, on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and customer satisfaction specifically within the context of the Omani logistics industry. The study highlights the significance of a well-designed inventory management strategy in enhancing overall organizational performance by improving resource allocation, minimizing stockouts, and enhancing supply chain responsiveness. The study concludes with practical implications for logistics managers in Oman and suggests avenues for future research in this area specific to the Omani context.

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