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Abstract
The article examined the theoretical and methodological foundations for improving mechanisms that manage production chain efficiency in enterprises on the basis of demand variability. Drawing on industrial dynamics, bullwhip effect theory, demand-driven planning, postponement and manufacturing flexibility, the author interpreted demand fluctuation as a manageable phenomenon generated by the information and decision system linking chain partners. A bullwhip ratio, a coefficient of demand variation and a capacity-demand coordination index were proposed. Official statistics were used to assess the monthly and half-yearly unevenness of Portland cement output in Uzbekistan. As a result, a mechanism model was developed that combined point-of-demand data sharing, decoupling inventory buffers, flexible capacity and a sales and operations planning loop. Practical proposals for building materials enterprises were substantiated.