Material & Inventory Management Services

Why it matters

In the Natural Resources & Energy (NRE) sector, efficient material and inventory management are essential to ensuring operational continuity, cost control, and regulatory compliance. Ineffective inventory systems can lead to production delays, excess stock, safety risks, and financial waste.

At BDO UAE, we understand the critical role that material availability and supply chain visibility play in the performance of capital-intensive operations. Our solutions help organizations reduce risk, streamline processes, and enhance overall operational readiness.

What we do

BDO UAE provides end-to-end material and inventory management services that span the full supply chain—from procurement and warehousing to traceability and optimization. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with operational and procurement stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions built on industry’s best practices, international standards, and UAE-specific regulatory requirements.

Our services include:

• Inventory Optimization & Control - Demand planning, safety stock review, and stock classification (JIT, EOQ, ABC)
• Warehouse & Storage Solutions - Layout design, barcoding, RFID, and warehouse management systems (WMS)
• Procurement & Supplier Integration - Supplier coordination, consignment programs, and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
• Material Tracking & Traceability - Batch tracking, expiry monitoring, and ERP integration
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting - KPI dashboards, inventory turnover analysis, and predictive analytics
• Training & Change Management - User training, SOP development, and change enablement

Our multidisciplinary teams consist of specialists and engineers in petroleum, mechanical, electrical, chemical, metallurgy, and instrumentation fields, enabling us to deliver comprehensive and industry-specific Material & Inventory Management Services.

Sectors we serve

We support clients across all segments of the NRE sector:

• Oil & Gas – Onshore/offshore facility, pipelines, refineries, storage terminals and logistics & services.
• Petrochemicals – Processing units, critical equipment’s, and utility systems
• Power & Utilities – Thermal, nuclear, renewable plants, District Cooling system facility, Desalination plants and grid infrastructure
• Mining & Minerals – Metal (steel, aluminum, copper) production facility, cement & ceramic production facility, Earthmoving fleets, crushers, conveyors, and processing plants
• Waste Management – Management of hazardous and non-hazardous waste through Waste-to-energy systems, recovery units, and treatment facilities

We recognize the unique challenges and imperatives within the NRE sector. Our mission transcends mere compliance, offering profound insight, rigorous oversight, and unwavering assurance.

Our approach

We take a structured and collaborative approach to transform inventory practices into value drivers:

• Assessment & Diagnostics - Evaluation of current practices, systems, and inventory data
• Customized Frameworks - Solutions tailored to asset type, supply chain structure, and industry standards
• Technology Enablement - Implementation or enhancement of ERP and WMS platforms
• Continuous Improvement - Monitoring, reporting, and refinement for sustained impact

Our experts assess onshore, offshore, and key assets to deliver tailored Energy Management Services. We evaluate current systems, customize solutions, implement ERP and WMS technologies, and ensure continuous improvement—all aligned with evolving industry standards.

What you gain

By partnering with BDO, your organization can:

• Reduce Costs through optimized stock levels and reduced wastage
• Improve Accuracy with better tracking, visibility, and system integration
• Boost Efficiency by ensuring material availability and reducing delays
• Strengthen Compliance with clear audit trails and traceability
• Scale with Confidence using adaptable systems and data-driven controls

Our Material & Inventory Management Services enhance operational availability in the NRE sector by reducing costs, improving system accuracy, ensuring timely materials, strengthening compliance, and enabling scalable, data-driven growth.

Let’s work together

BDO UAE combines deep sector knowledge, local regulatory insight, and global supply chain expertise to deliver material and inventory solutions that support your operational goals.