Tracking inventory can be a relatively simple process. But some companies require more extensive inventory tracking capabilities. JIT inventory systems incorporate advanced inventory functionality into the system. The best JIT systems are configured to incorporate each business’s processes.

Some advantages of JIT inventory systems over elementary inventory software include: less warehouse space needed for storage, reduced depreciation costs, consolidated shipping costs and fewer bottlenecks due to raw material availability. Also, JIT inventory can work alone or in conjunction with EDI, advanced scheduling software, shipping software, accounting applications, ERP systems and more.

As with any complex system, a pre-fabricated JIT inventory is not a wise investment. Most software forces each business to conform to the software designer's idea of an optimal system. This type of software, referred to as a generic or out-of-the-box application, can work for simple systems, but rarely functions as intended within systems that incorporate advanced functionality.

Agile software is flexible, allowing it to be tailored to suit each business’s needs. Tuppas Software, www.Tuppas.com provides configurable software applications. A high quality tailored system has a much higher implementation success rate then out-of-the-box software. This type of software conforms to unique goals, structures and process within a company, giving it a tremendous advantage over generic, rigid software. When implementing a JIT Inventory system, agile software is highly recommended.