Eigen- und Fremdlagerung Kostenvergleich,Kritische Menge,grafische Darstellung und weitere Kriterien

This section introduces the topic of in-house (Eigenlagerung) and outsourced (Fremdlagerung) warehousing, focusing on how to calculate and compare them. The comparison will involve qualitative (non-price criteria) and quantitative (cost comparison) aspects. The main question addressed is what to do when warehouse space is insufficient, offering two options: expanding an existing in-house warehouse or using an external service provider.

A brief explanation of fixed and variable costs. Fixed costs are regular and independent of quantity (e.g., rent). Variable costs depend on the quantity stored or produced (e.g., cost per machine stored). This distinction is crucial for cost calculations.

An example scenario is presented: 300 new machines need storage. The options are in-house warehousing (fixed costs: 10,000 euros, variable costs: 10 euros/machine) or outsourced warehousing (30 euros/machine). The formulas for total costs are introduced for both options and applied to the example, showing that outsourced storage is cheaper for 300 machines (9,000 euros vs. 13,000 euros).

This section explains how to determine the 'critical quantity' – the point where the costs of in-house and outsourced warehousing are equal. By setting the total cost equations for both options equal to each other (10,000 + 10x = 30x), it's calculated that at 500 units, both options cost the same (15,000 euros). Above this quantity, in-house warehousing becomes cheaper.

The graphical representation of the cost comparison is shown and explained. The x-axis represents quantity, and the y-axis represents costs. The intersection of the two linear functions (one for in-house, one for outsourced) indicates the critical quantity. This visualization helps understand when each option is more cost-effective: outsourced is better for small quantities, and in-house is better for larger quantities due to fixed cost degression.

Beyond price, qualitative factors for in-house warehousing are discussed. These include independence from third parties, quick and direct access to goods, enhanced company image and customer proximity, higher control possibilities over inventory, better adaptation of the storage to the specific product, faster information flow, and better overall overview of goods movement.

Qualitative advantages of outsourced warehousing are explored. These include shorter contract durations and lower risk for new or test products, access to specialized professional knowledge and storage techniques, availability of various services (e.g., inventory management, goods maintenance), pre-existing suitable storage facilities (no investment costs), flexible location choices to be closer to customers, and reduced effort for the company, allowing focus on core business.

The video concludes by reiterating the importance of both quantitative and qualitative criteria in making informed decisions about in-house versus outsourced warehousing. It emphasizes that while price is a factor, other non-monetary aspects significantly influence the optimal choice, especially in IHK examinations and practical scenarios.