Track and analyze inventory positions, turnover rates, and stockout risks across product categories to optimize stock levels and maintain service levels while minimizing holding costs.
Monitor weekly inventory metrics to maintain optimal stock levels, prevent stockouts, and identify opportunities to improve inventory turnover while managing working capital effectively across all specialty retail categories.
Line chart showing weekly inventory value and turnover rate trends
Questions to Consider:
How is total inventory value trending relative to sales volumes?
Are turnover rates meeting targets across different seasons?
What factors are driving changes in inventory levels?
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Bar chart displaying days of supply and stockout risk by category
Questions to Consider:
Which categories require immediate attention due to high stockout risk?
Are inventory levels aligned with seasonal demand patterns?
How do holding costs vary across categories?
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Weekly trend of stockout incidents with category breakdown
Questions to Consider:
What are the main drivers of stockouts?
Are there patterns in stockout timing or frequency?
How effective are current reorder points and safety stock levels?
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Analyze correlation between turnover rates and profitability by category
Review safety stock levels for high-risk categories
Assess impact of promotional activities on inventory turns
Evaluate supplier lead times and reliability
Investigate opportunities for cross-category inventory optimization
Review seasonal inventory planning effectiveness
Analyze slow-moving inventory reduction strategies
Assess space utilization and storage costs by category