Write a paper of approximately 750 words that includes the following:
i A-items: top 20% of usage value
ii B-items: next 30% of usage value
iii C-items: remaining 50% of usage value
2. Calculate the inventory weeks for each item, for each classification, and for all the items in total.
3. Does this suggest that Pierre Lomouche's estimate of inventory weeks is correct?
4. Based on the sample, analyze the underlying causes of the availability problem described in the text.
5. What recommendations would you give to the company?
- Format your paper using West Writing Style Handbook guidelines.
- Include a minimum of three sources, which may consist of readings from the University Library, your text, and other selections.
A- items top 20% of usage
Percentage of usage / requirement value
Percentage of the total usage or total requirement value to A B and C
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ABC Class
Item
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Number of items
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Total amount req.
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A
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20%
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50%
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B
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30%
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30%
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|
C
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50%
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10%
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Total
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100%
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100%
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