Briefly described are the important cost/performance optimizing sys tems currently in use or under de velopment within the Department of Defense (DOD), the use of re search simulation models and Auto matic Data Processing (ADP) con siderations. In addition, a basic presentation of scientific inventory control techniques is provided ex tensively using examples and graphics to facilitate understand ing. These include— 2. Statistical Distributions and Curve Fittings; 2. The Economic Order Quantity (EOQ); 3. Variable Safety Levels (VSL) ; 4. Reorder Points (KEOPT); 5. Inventory Models; and 6. Demand Forecasting. Section II. APPLICATION AND OBJECTIVE 3. Application This manual applies to items stocked based on repetitive demand and is for use by item managers at National Inventory Control Points and by inventory managers worldwide. 4.
DesignationFM 38-22
EditionDec 1965
StatusSuperseded
Pages212
FunctionSustainment
CollectionHistoric
Public domain (U.S. Government work)