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March 10, 2006


Automated VMI Grows Up

Lean Practices, Cost Savings Drive Trend

By Lindsay Young

Vendor-Managed Inventory systems are gaining ground, as point-of-use automated dispensing machines offer more options (affordably) for mid-sized and large manufacturing customers. Distributors are finding new opportunities with VMI as larger customers explore ways to get leaner and smarter about indirect material management.

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