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Our Director of India Operations and Procurement Prashant Mohan explains how the traditional process of procuring spare parts for aircraft leads to excessive costs, manual work overload, and constraints including locking up valuable capital of airlines. Still, there is a better way forward thanks to technology. Give it a read on MRO Business Today!

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⚙️ Keeping Your Fleet Flying Smoothly: Material & Repair Planning in Base Maintenance Ensuring the continued airworthiness of an aircraft fleet requires a well-coordinated dance between material planning and repair planning within base maintenance. Material Planning: This acts as the foundation, anticipating the parts and resources needed for upcoming maintenance tasks. Here's how it works: Forecasting Requirements: Analyzing historical data and upcoming maintenance schedules to predict part needs. Inventory Management: Maintaining optimal stock levels of critical spare parts to minimize delays. Procurement Strategies: Implementing efficient processes to acquire necessary parts at the right time and cost. Repair Planning: This takes the baton from material planning, transforming those resources into action. Here's its role: Detailed Repair Procedures: Defining the steps and materials needed for each specific repair task. Scheduling and Workflows: Organizing the repair process efficiently, minimizing downtime for each aircraft. Quality Control: Ensuring all repairs adhere to strict safety and operational standards. Ready to Master this Dynamic Duo? Join our upcoming LIVE training on Supply Chain Management: Management of Spare Parts in Aviation – Level 3 (June 30th)! This program delves into: Advanced forecasting techniques for precise material needs prediction. Inventory optimization strategies for critical spare parts management. Effective repair planning methodologies for streamlined maintenance processes. Leveraging technology to manage both material and repair planning seamlessly. Don't miss this opportunity to gain the skills to: Optimize base maintenance operations. Reduce costs associated with parts and repairs. Contribute to enhanced operational efficiency and safety. Register Now! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g_FEqgGM #Aviation #BaseMaintenance #MaterialPlanning #RepairPlanning #SupplyChainManagement #LiveTraining #AviationTraining #Efficiency #Safety #CostControl #LevelUp

Ever wonder why some aircraft maintenance teams are thriving? Part of their success falls on their procurement strategy. Discover the 4 transformative steps that can turn your operation into a model of efficiency and reliability with better procurement practices: #aviationindustry #aircraftmaintenance #aerospaceengineering

Have you ever noticed how critical forecasting is in the aviation supply chain? Depending on the business perspective, forecasting methodologies can vary significantly, even though the basic principles remain the same. In simple terms, forecasting predicts future parts requirements based on business strategies. For manufacturers, long-term forecasting is essential and highly complex, requiring consideration of future business plans, possible contract extensions, raw material availability, and technological advancements. The complexity increases for BFE (Buyer-Furnished Equipment) or SFE manufacturers due to their specific business strategies and cannot fully depends on aircraft manufacturers. Operators focus on short-term forecasting based on flying hours, maintenance requirements, and schedules. For MROs (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul), forecasting varies with scheduled maintenance, regulatory requirements, and contractual agreements with operators. Cost considerations differ as well: manufacturers, with their broad networks, may prioritize less on cost, while MROs are stringent due to specific customer requirements. Operators fall somewhere in between, balancing cost and operational needs. #forecasting #supplychain

Do you want to optimize your aircraft material? Apply these 3 savvy inventory management strategies: 1/ Real-Time Inventory Tracking Elevate efficiency with 24/7 monitoring of parts. Understand usage patterns and adjust stock levels dynamically to stay ahead. 2/ Strategic Sourcing Build robust alliances with trusted suppliers. Ensure quick, reliable access to necessary parts, reducing downtime and boosting productivity. 3/ Inventory Optimization Employ innovative tactics to maintain the perfect stock balance. Use data-driven approaches to avoid excess inventory while ensuring critical parts are always available. Efficient inventory management in aviation isn't just practice; it's your operation's liftoff to new heights. #aviationindustry #aircraftmaintenance #aerospaceengineering

Ever wonder why some aircraft maintenance teams are thriving? Part of their success falls on their procurement strategy. Discover the 4 transformative steps that can turn your operation into a model of efficiency and reliability with better procurement practices:

Good article on the growing demand in engine MRO is outstripping MRO Capacity compounded by lack of skilled expertise and global shortage of engine component parts. A forwarder can play a crucial role in assisting MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) operations in the aviation industry. A forwarder can help streamline the logistics and supply chain processes for narrowbody engine MRO. By leveraging their expertise in transportation and customs regulations, a forwarder can ensure the timely delivery of engine components and spare parts to MRO facilities. They can also optimize freight routes, consolidate shipments, and handle documentation, ultimately reducing costs and improving efficiency for MRO capacity additions driven by the growing demand for narrowbody engines.

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