Additionally, in a competitive market saturated with truck dealers like Peterbilt, GMC, and Freightliner, Acme distinguishes itself through its precise, highly specialized services. “There are not a lot of companies out there that still cut flywheels, work on brake drums and rotors, or repair drive shafts and front axles.This is what we do, and because of that, we get a lot of our competition coming to us to get our assistance with some of these jobs that they just can’t perform,” Brookes states. In conjunction with its specialty services Acme Truck Brake & Supply employs a disciplined approach to demand forecasting and inventory management, mitigating risks like overstocking and stockouts. The company engages in weekly to monthly reviews of inventory levels, analyzing sales reports to understand product demand. Utilizing its Karmak ERP system,Acme meticulously tracks seasonal sales trends, allowing for proactive stocking adjustments to ensure product availability for customers throughout the year. The inventory management strategy combines a buy time method with min/max order levels, providing a comprehensive perspective on lead times and optimal shelf quantities. This is how the company minimizes operational delays and helps customers consistently find the parts they need. On the other hand, the selection and management of suppliers are also critical to Acme’s commitment to quality. The primary criterion for choosing partners is the ability to provide a quality product that consistently meets standards with little to no warranty issues and 86 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 12, ISSUE 08
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