In any industry it is important to have a reliable supply chain; otherwise you could find it becomes the Achilles heel of your business. At Morse Air Systems we believe the management of our supply chain is a critical factor of success in meeting our customers’ expectations.
We live in a globally assimilated world, and as a result find that the combination of business carrying lower stock inventory, and the expectancy of on time deliveries at short notice, means supplier dependability is fundamental to any business success.
It is not only up to the supplier to be reliable, but as a purchaser, we must also prove to be consistent. The more predictable we become, the more our suppliers can correctly plan on ensuring our requirements are met. If we can forecast our demand, we can then project what we require from our suppliers, which allows them to prepare for the demands of the industry.
At Morse Air Systems we believe it is also important that we diversify our supply position to maintain our customer service levels. It is imperative that we remain resilient and always expect the unexpected, and be prepared to respond proactively to any situation. Sometimes it is necessary to create a dual supply for parts and raw materials, so that if one supplier is unable to meet our requirements, the other can assist.
We also believe it is important to develop trust with our suppliers, and not to overload them and create an unmanageable workload, or set unrealistic deadlines. Their business is important too, and we want to see them be just as successful. We have to be equitably transparent with them and offer them correct information which will then enable them to respond to our needs appropriately.
Any company is only as strong as its weakest link, and as a supplier our customer’s depend on our reliability. In order to meet the demands of our customers we therefore become dependent on our suppliers ability to meet our demands, and so on. That’s why at Morse Air Systems we believe it is integral for any business to invest in a reliable supply chain, and to manage it proactively to ensure the best results for our customers and suppliers.