This is a specialist guide for managers and entrepreneurs in the growing area of parts management - that is, for anyone responsible for the production, procurement, storing, supplying and/or marketing of components or spare parts. Areas covered include: forecasting and business planning; setting and achieving financial objectives; computerized inventory control procedures; inventory analysis; sales and marketing techniques; pricing strategy; researching and launching new products or services; recruiting, training and developing staff; facilities planning and management; and planning the way ahead.