Understanding Safety Stock: How Much Is Enough for Your Spare Parts?

Introduction

Safety stock is your insurance policy against unexpected demand spikes or supplier delays. But too much safety stock ties up capital and space, while too little exposes your plant to downtime. The key? Finding the right balance.
In this post, we’ll dive into how to calculate safety stock and explain...

How to Build a Critical Spares List: A Step-by-Step Guide

Introduction

A single missing part can halt production — but keeping everything in stock isn't practical. That’s why every plant needs a critical spares list: a prioritized catalog of parts that are essential for continuous operations.
In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to build your list and explain how HUB’s tagging feature keeps it dynamic,...

The Hidden Cost of Overstocking Spare Parts (And How to Avoid It)

Introduction

Having too many spare parts might seem safe, but it’s a silent profit killer. Overstocking ties up capital, increases storage costs, and often leads to waste through obsolescence or damage. Many factories overcompensate to “be safe,” without realizing the hidden financial and operational costs.
In this post, we unpack the real cost of oversto...