Diseño de un sistema de control de inventarios basado en el método ABC de Almacenes Unihogar de la ciudad de Riobamba, provincia de Chimborazo, período 2018

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to design an inventory control system based on the ABC method for a company called Almacenes Unihogar which is located in Riobamba city, province of Chimborazo, in order to organize, supervise and control the products of the company to avoid economic losses. To develop the study, a descriptive methodology was applied to describe the existing problems. Also, an interview was applied to the manager and surveys to the administrative staff of the company. Therefore, a series of deficiencies were identified, such as: the absence of a controlling and management system of inventories, an outdated accounting system and the lack of physical verification of the inventory. Once the information was collected, the results showed that 100% of the products are not coded and that warehouses lack of signage, which causes delays when dispatching orders. On the other hand, when applying the ABC method it can be seen a shortage products which cause the company to be unable to supply the unsatisfied demand. It was concluded that the weaknesses found in the inventory area harm the business operations of Almacenes Unihogar, such as: unnecessary acquisitions, deteriorated products and minimal inventory turnover. The manager of the company is recommended to implement the inventory control system to efficiently control and manage inventories, increase the sales margin and guarantee the fulfillment of goals.