{"id":23701,"date":"2024-06-24T18:55:06","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T15:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/?p=23701"},"modified":"2024-06-25T10:12:09","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T07:12:09","slug":"kraljic-matrix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/kraljic-matrix\/","title":{"rendered":"Kraljic Matrix Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The Kraljic Matrix, developed by Peter Kraljic in the 1980s, is a powerful tool used in <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/what-is-procurement\/\">procurement<\/a> and supply chain management to<strong> categorise and prioritise purchases and suppliers based on their\u00a0supply risk\u00a0and\u00a0profit impact.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>By analysing these two factors, this tool helps companies achieve a balance between costs, availability,\u00a0and\u00a0profitability through identifying optimal purchasing strategies for different goods and services,\u00a0ultimately mitigating potential risks and optimising purchasing power.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-key-takeaways\">\n        <span class=\"v2-section-title v2-section-title--md\">Key Takeaways<\/span>\n        <ul class=\"shortcode-key-takeaways-list\">\n                                                <li>Kraljic Matrix enables companies to <strong>minimise supply risks, improve profitability<\/strong>, and optimise their supply chain.<\/li>\n                                                                <li>Kraljic Matrix categorises purchases and suppliers into <strong>four quadrants<\/strong> (strategic, leverage, bottleneck, non-Critical) based on their <strong>supply risk and profit impact.<\/strong><\/li>\n                                                                <li>Each quadrant requires a distinct procurement strategy, ranging from <strong>cost-efficiency<\/strong> for non-critical items to <strong>collaborative partnerships<\/strong> for strategic items.<\/li>\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        <\/ul>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"><strong>Kraljic Matrix &#8211; The Two Key Factors<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Kraljic Matrix utilises two key factors to assess suppliers and purchases:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Supply Risk:<\/strong>\u00a0This factor assesses the ease or difficulty of sourcing a particular item or service.\u00a0Factors like the availability of substitutes for an item or service, availability of alternative suppliers,\u00a0market volatility,\u00a0supply market\u00a0competition, and technological dependence, all influence supply complexity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Profit Impact:<\/strong>\u00a0This refers to the potential impact a purchase or supplier has on the profitability of the buying company. High-impact purchases like key raw materials or components can\u00a0significantly affect profits if they become expensive or unavailable, hence, requiring careful consideration and strategic management. On the contrary, low-impact purchases have a lesser effect on a company&#8217;s bottom line.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>The Four Quadrants of the Kraljic Matrix<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"><table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%; height: 120px;\">\n<thead>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Category<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Supply Risk<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Profit Impact<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Priority<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\"><strong>Strategic<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">1 &#8211; Highest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\"><strong>Leverage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">2 &#8211; High<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\"><strong>Bottleneck<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">High<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">3 &#8211; Medium<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\"><strong>Non-Critical<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">Low<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 25%; height: 24px;\">4 &#8211; Lowest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>The Kraljic Matrix categorises purchases and suppliers into four quadrants based on two key factors; supply risk and profit impact. Here is a breakdown of these groups, ranked by importance:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Strategic Items:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Factors: <\/strong>These items have a high supply risk and high profit impact.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong>\u00a0Securing reliable supply and managing supplier relationships.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong> These critical items are essential for profitability but have a high supply risk due to limited suppliers, hence, necessitating careful management and strong supplier relationships.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong>\u00a0Close collaboration with suppliers, long-term contracts, and <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/risk-management-in-epc-projects\/\">risk mitigation strategies<\/a> are crucial for ensuring uninterrupted supply.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Examples:<\/strong>\u00a0Specialised components for a manufactured product, unique software licences, critical raw materials, and advanced technology.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>2. Leverage Items:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Factors: <\/strong>These items have a high profit impact but low supply risk.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong>\u00a0High-profit items with readily available suppliers.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong>\u00a0These standard,\u00a0high-volume goods and services present significant opportunities for favourable pricing due to abundant supply and increased purchasing power.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong> Maximise cost savings through negotiation, volume discounts, and competitive bidding. It is useful to understand <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/supplier-tiers-explained\/\">supplier tiers<\/a> to enhance negotiation tactics and supplier relationships.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Examples: <\/strong>Office supplies,\u00a0common components,\u00a0and readily available services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>3. Bottleneck Items:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Factors: <\/strong>These items have a high supply risk but a low profit impact.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong>\u00a0Mitigating supply risk and ensuring supply continuity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong>\u00a0These items are essential for operations but have a\u00a0low profit impact and\u00a0high supply risk\u00a0due to low availability and limited suppliers. Despite their lower financial importance, disruptions in case these items are not readily available can significantly impact the supply chain, so securing reliable suppliers is crucial.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong> Careful supplier management, seeking alternative suppliers, and exploring alternative solutions are key to minimise <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/supply-chain-challenges-in-2024\/\">supply chain disruptions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Examples:<\/strong>\u00a0Custom tooling, specialised equipment, unique components, and geographically limited raw materials.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>4. Non-Critical Items:\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Factors: <\/strong>These items have a low supply risk and low profit impact.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Focus:<\/strong>\u00a0Streamlining procurement and minimising administrative burden.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong>\u00a0These low-cost,\u00a0readily available items have minimal impact on profitability.\u00a0Due to the abundant supply and low financial significance,\u00a0the priority is on efficient procurement process.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategies:<\/strong>\u00a0Automation through e-procurement and standardisation of purchases are key to reducing administrative tasks associated with acquiring these non-critical goods and services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Examples:<\/strong>\u00a0Office stationery,\u00a0standard cleaning supplies,\u00a0low-value maintenance items,\u00a0and readily available services.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>The Kraljic Matrix Steps<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Applying the Kraljic Matrix involves a <strong>four-step process<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Purchase Classification:<\/strong> Identifying and categorising all purchased items into four quadrants strategic, leverage, bottleneck, and non-critical) based on their supply risk and profit impact.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Market Analysis:<\/strong>\u00a0Conducting thorough research on the supply market for each category,\u00a0considering factors like the number of suppliers, pricing trends,\u00a0and potential risks.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Strategic Positioning:<\/strong> Developing tailored purchasing strategies for each quadrant, considering factors like cost optimisation, collaboration, and risk mitigation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Action Planning:<\/strong>\u00a0Developing and implementing specific action plans for each category. These plans should outline steps to execute chosen purchasing strategies, such as negotiating contracts with strategic suppliers, seeking alternative suppliers for leverage items, or streamlining the ordering process for non-critical items.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>By following these steps and continuously monitoring market conditions, organisations can optimise their procurement processes, reduce costs, and ensure a reliable supply chain. This process is integral for a successful <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/procurement-transformation\/\">procurement transformation<\/a>.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"shortcode-enhanced-cta\">\n        <div class=\"shortcode-enhanced-cta__content\">\n            <span class=\"v2-section-title v2-section-title--md\">Scale Your Manufacturing from Prototyping to Series<\/span>\n\n            <ul class=\"shortcode-enhanced-cta-list\">\n                                                            <li>\n                                                            <div class=\"shortcode-icon\">\n                                    <svg width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" viewBox=\"0 0 33 32\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<path d=\"M16.4933 23.3059C21.7413 23.3059 25.9956 19.0515 25.9956 13.8036C25.9956 8.55559 21.7413 4.30127 16.4933 4.30127C11.2453 4.30127 6.991 8.55559 6.991 13.8036C6.991 19.0515 11.2453 23.3059 16.4933 23.3059Z\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\" 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procurement process, reducing redundancies and inefficiencies.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Informed Decisions:<\/strong>\u00a0The matrix facilitates data-driven decision-making in sourcing, negotiation, and supplier partnerships, allowing for effective resource allocation and focus on areas with the highest potential return.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Reduced Costs:<\/strong>\u00a0The matrix helps identify opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation, leveraging buying power, and minimising administrative burdens.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Improved Risk Management:<\/strong>\u00a0By identifying high-risk purchases and suppliers, companies can proactively mitigate potential disruptions and ensure business continuity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Enhanced Supplier Relationships:<\/strong>\u00a0The matrix encourages building stronger <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/supplier-relationship-management-srm\/\">relationships with critical suppliers<\/a>, leading to improved collaboration and communication.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>However, it is important to acknowledge some <strong>limitations of the matrix<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Subjectivity:<\/strong>\u00a0The categorisation process can be subjective, requiring careful assessment and judgement.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Dynamic Market Conditions:<\/strong>\u00a0The matrix needs to be updated regularly as market conditions and supplier relationships evolve.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Complexity of Implementation:<\/strong>\u00a0Implementing the matrix effectively requires dedicated resources and expertise.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Limited Scope:<\/strong>\u00a0The matrix focuses primarily on supply risk and profit impact,\u00a0neglecting other factors like sustainability or ethical considerations.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Applicability: <\/strong>The matrix may not be suitable for highly dynamic or complex supply chains.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In essence, the Kraljic Matrix offers a structured approach to procurement, enabling businesses to make data-driven decisions, optimise processes, and achieve a balance between cost, availability, and profitability while mitigating supply risks.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Real-World Examples<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Kraljic Matrix is used across various industries to optimise procurement and manage supply chains. Here are some examples of how companies within the engineering and manufacturing industry categorise their items in accordance with the Kraljic Matrix:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strategic:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Personalised software for complex simulations<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Prototype testing equipment with unique capabilities<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Custom-designed control systems<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Leverage:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Standard <a href=\"https:\/\/fractory.com\/types-of-fasteners\/\">fasteners<\/a> (nuts, bolts)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Standard engineering supplies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Off-the-shelf sensors for industrial equipment<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Bottleneck:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>Calibration equipment with limited service providers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Replacement parts for obsolete machinery<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Custom tooling needed for production<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Non-Critical:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p>General office supplies<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Personal computers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In conclusion, the Kraljic Matrix empowers businesses of all sizes to optimise their procurement function. By categorising purchases based on their supply risk and profit impact, it guides companies towards strategic sourcing, cost savings, and risk mitigation. This <strong>data-driven approach<\/strong> fosters efficient supply chain management, ultimately contributing to a <strong>competitive advantage<\/strong> in today&#8217;s dynamic business environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Kraljic Matrix, developed by Peter Kraljic in the 1980s, is a powerful tool used in procurement and supply chain management to categorise and prioritise purchases and suppliers based on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":23711,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6536],"tags":[],"yst_prominent_words":[3224,4446,5762,5814],"class_list":["post-23701","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-procurement"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23701","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23701"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23701\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23720,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23701\/revisions\/23720"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/23711"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23701"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23701"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23701"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fractory.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=23701"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}