Using the ABC curve as a tool for inventory management in a bakery and confectionery company

Abstract

The theme that will be addressed in this work is the use of the tool classification ABC, Pareto law, also known as the 80/20 principle, in a company in the business of bakery and confectionery. The study was conducted in order to diagnose the main problems faced by the company, focusing on the area of production and storage. In order to identify and classify products that generate higher costs to be produced and thus improve the management of products. To achieve the objectives, a description of the company was made, followed by an analysis of the problems encountered. Next, a review of the literature, highlighting stock notions and management tools used. Through a study can classify the products in class A, B and C of importance. Through the implementation of the ABC classification, which is a management tool widely used to determine the most relevant products, which deserve greater attention from the owner, as are those who have greater economic returns. Other improvements were suggested for implementation, such as input control deployment and exit of stock products first in first out (FIFO), seek new suppliers more account product class A.