Just in Time (JIT):

“Just in Time” (JIT) is an inventory management methodology that seeks to receive and produce goods just when they are needed, eliminating or reducing inventory levels to a minimum. The primary goal of JIT is to reduce costs associated with warehousing and maintain a continuous and efficient flow of goods throughout the supply chain.

What is “JIT” in Logistics?

In the context of logistics, “Just in Time” (JIT) refers to a strategy that seeks to deliver and receive goods and components precisely when they are needed in the production or distribution process, eliminating or minimizing the need for maintain extensive inventories.

Types of Logistics Hub

Within the Just-in-Time (JIT) approach, different types or variants can be identified that adapt to the specific needs of different industries and processes. Some of the types of JIT include:

1. Classic:

   • This is the traditional JIT model, which focuses on producing and delivering goods just when they are needed, minimizing inventory levels.

2. Kanban:

   • Use Kanban systems to manage workflow and inventory replenishment. Kanbans are visual cards that indicate when a certain component or product needs to be replenished.

3. Synchronous:

   • It focuses on the precise synchronization of production with market demand. Production adapts in real time to variations in demand.

Features

How Ground Control Uses “Just in Time JIT” in its Logistics Strategy:

1. Optimization of Routes and Deliveries:

   • Use in Ground Control: Implementation of advanced systems for route planning, optimizing just-in-time delivery of goods and reducing transit times.

2. Efficient Inventory Management:

   • Use in Ground Control: Use of real-time tracking technologies to monitor and manage inventories efficiently, avoiding excesses and shortages.

3. Close Collaboration with Suppliers:

   • Use in Ground Control: Establishment of collaborative relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely delivery of supplies and components.