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Safety Stock

Definition

Extra inventory held to reduce the risk of stockouts due to demand variability or delays (Safety Stock)

How It's Calculated

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Example

A yogurt brand maintains 5% Safety Stock to avoid out-of-stocks during summer demand spikes.

 

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