Bedarfsmeldung (EN)

Definition

The Bedarfsmeldung is the formal recording of material or service requirements by the specialist departments. It serves as the basis for all subsequent procurement activities and ensures that purchasing receives the correct information for procurement. A precise Bedarfsmeldung contains article number, quantity, desired delivery date and purpose of use.

Process Flow

flowchart TD     A[Fachabteilung] -->|Erstellt| B[Bedarfsmeldung]     B -->|Prüfung| C[Einkauf]     C -->|Bestätigung| D[Bedarfsprüfung]     D -->|Freigabe| E[Ausschreibung/Bestellung]     E -->|Ausführung| F[Lieferung]     F -->|Eingangsprüfung| G[Warenannahme]     G -->|Verrechnung| H[Rechnungsprüfung]     H -->|Bezahlung| I[Abwicklung] 

In Context

• Typically used together with procurement request, order and invoice
• Related to: Bedarfsprüfung, procurement process, materials management
• Example use: A production area reports the requirement for raw materials for the next quarter's production