Implementation of global make to inventory strategy at BASF SE

Abstract

Optimization and harmonization are key factors to have a good performance in the chemical industry. BASF developed a senior project called Accelerator. The aim of this project was the harmonization and integration of the processes globally. The core process of production was left out from the project and was to be analysed. The department Make to Inventory (GSS/TI) was established in 2010 to complete the objectives of Accelerator. GSS/TI has been developing its own strategy. This paper will report the phases of the formulation of the strategy and will establish some guidelines for the implementation phase that is taking place in 2012 and 2013.