Assessment of Material Availability Support (AMAS)

Abstract

Supply Change Management (SCM) processes are critical to meet customer requirements and construction schedule. SCM is responsible for procuring all the necessary material to support construction activities. The main purpose of the project was to increase the material availability position. The project was completed at a shipyard in the United States that builds warships. The methodology used to achieve the objective is DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control). Multiple simulation model scenarios were evaluated to determinate the best solution. The recommended solution was a phased approach with multiple changes. It showed to be a cost-effective way to increase the material availably support position. Key Terms ⎯ DMAIC, Material Availability, Process Improvement, Simulation Model, Supply Chain Management.