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In the context of globalization, the water supply industry, as a pillar of social infrastructure, is facing unprecedented challenges. Due to the uniqueness and scarcity of water resources, water supply companies are not only responsible for providing stable and safe water sources but also must continuously optimize their operational management to enhance competitiveness while meeting the growing demand for water. Inventory management, as a critical component in ensuring continuous water supply, reducing operational costs, and improving service efficiency, has become increasingly prominent in modern enterprise operations.

This study focuses on Fukang Water Supply Company, employing literature review, case analysis, interviews, questionnaire surveys, and existing data to delve deeply into its inventory management practices. The research reveals several issues, including a significant "bullwhip effect," high inventory costs, and inadequate supply chain coordination. These problems stem primarily from deficiencies in supply chain management system information coordination, simplistic inventory control strategies, and weaknesses in supplier management and cooperation.

Therefore, from the perspective of supply chain management, optimizing inventory management strategies is crucial for the sustainable development of water supply companies and the entire industry. This paper proposes specific optimization strategies based on a supply chain perspective, including refining the traditional ABC classification system to optimize inventory structure, establishing a supply chain information sharing system to improve transparency, incorporating demand forecasting and analysis processes to enhance decision-making accuracy, and introducing the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) system to strengthen supplier collaboration.

To ensure the smooth implementation of these optimization plans, this paper also outlines a detailed action plan and support mechanisms covering various aspects such as organization, culture, talent, technology, and finance. The research not only provides Fukang Water Supply Company with concrete inventory management optimization strategies but also offers valuable insights and assistance to other companies in the same industry seeking to improve their inventory management. By implementing these strategies, enterprises can potentially reduce inventory costs, improve operational efficiency, and gain a significant competitive advantage in the fiercely competitive market. Additionally, this study further enriches the application of supply chain management theory in the field of inventory management, paving the way for future research directions and ideas.