What are they used for?
In DDMRP, a Buffer is a dynamically managed stock level, used to ensure materials and products are available when needed while preventing both shortages and excess inventory. Strategically positioned at Decoupling Points, buffers absorb fluctuations and stabilize the supply chain. To manage these stocks, DDMRP utilizes two types of buffer representations: the Planning Buffer, which determines when and how much to replenish, and the Execution Buffer, which evaluates el inventario físico and the risk of stockouts.
The buffers are divided into three main zones: green, yellow and red, each one dynamically calculated based on different parameters such as demand and supply variability, lead time , and average daily usage.
ForgeFlow Cloud ERP’s DDMRP system optimizes buffers to maintain ideal stock levels, preventing costly shortages and overstocking. With real-time adjustments and enhanced visibility, you can build a more resilient, demand-driven supply chain while improving operational efficiency.