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# Tag: supply chain

##### Why MRO inventory is different from other inventory classes

April 13, 2026

MRO inventory differs from other inventory classes because demand is irregular, the consequences of stockouts are often far greater, criticality matters more than usage velocity, and repairable items and obsolescence add complexity that traditional inventory models do not handle well. Most businesses do not lose uptime because they do not own spare parts. They lose [...]

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