Business Terms Dictionary

Nonbuffered Part

A Nonbuffered Part refers to parts that are not stocked and do not have any inventory buffer allocated. These parts are typically procured as needed and do not have the same inventory management treatment as stocked or buffered parts. © Copyright 2025 Demand Driven Institute. Used with permission.

What is it used for?


Nonbuffered parts are often critical items that do not have sufficient demand or volume to justify holding in stock. They are managed based on actual demand or special orders, and their replenishment is typically triggered by specific requirements rather than automated inventory buffers.


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In ForgeFlow Cloud ERP, Nonbuffered Parts are efficiently managed alongside demand-driven replenished components through the integration of DDMRP and MRP tools and processes. Although not stocked, these parts are automatically replenished based on BOM explosions and lead times, ensuring they are available when needed, without overstocking or stockouts.
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