A method for deploying parts is disclosed. Locations that include supply
locations and demand locations are defined. A supply location supplies
parts to a demand location. A demand is computed for each part at each
location. An availability lead-time is estimated for each part at each
location. A lead-time demand is computed for each part at each location
using the availability lead-times for the part. A stock level is computed
for each part at each location. A completely filled demand is determined
from the lead-time demands and the stock levels, and a partially filled
demand is determined from the lead-time demands and the stock levels. A
coverage function for the parts at the locations is generated from the
completely filled demand and the partially filled demand.