Preparing the published article.
Spare Parts Sourcing and Emergency Supply
Downtime is bought with preparation, not with speed.
Prepare before the failure
- List critical parts and set minimum stock levels.
- Confirm which items the supplier stocks locally.
- Keep a second channel for the highest-risk items.
- Record historic delivery times to size the safety stock.
During an emergency
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| Stabilise | Confirm the part and whether a temporary workaround exists |
| Parallel sourcing | Contact several channels at once |
| Document | Record what failed and how long it took to recover |