Administración del inventario en una obra de Construcción.

Abstract

Inventory represents one of the most important investments of companies in relation to the rest of their assets, since they are essential for sales and essential for optimizing profits. The availability of the correct materials, in the necessary quantity and in the time in which they are required, influence the result of the operation and the quality of the product. In business practice, many managers make the mistake of not recognizing the importance of efficient inventory management. Well, this industry presents a lag in the implementation of technologies for administration in general, many projects apply manual methods, not only for the tracking of materials but also for total management, having a system where the flows of materials and supplies are monitored and analyzed, infers in reducing waste and that the profitability of the projects is feasible.

In the present investigation, a documentary analysis methodology was used, whose purpose is to generate solutions that can help construction companies improve efficiency, reduce costs and improve the quality of their construction projects. It was concluded that as a good inventory management is achieved, the probabilities of success, profits, operability, survival, growth, and competitiveness will increase; consequently, profits will be optimized.

However, the implementation of project management software, the improvement of inventory management processes, effective coordination and communication, the implementation of adequate security measures, and the automation and digitization of documentation are effective solutions to address these issues. issues.