Replenishment Methods

The replenishment methods describe the different approaches how to calculate demand for the items in the stores and warehouses. Different replenishment methods can be applied to individual items and can also vary between different stores. Replenishment methods may change for one item during the item's life cycle. This information is fundamental for the Replenishment setup.

Available replenishment methods:

  • Stock based
  • Estimate based
  • Sales history based
  • Replacement of sold items

 

Goal

The goal of this step:

  • Get an understanding on the needed replenishment methods
  • Identify item groups with similar methods
  • Identify detail level for setup
    • Item groups
    • Items
    • Item and Stores
  • Get an understanding on selected Replenishment parameter values
  • Set up replenishment methods for items in LS Central

 

Key questions / considerations

Covered in detail sections

Output

Covered in detail sections

 

Steps See
Select applicable method Method selection
Identify item groups and link to methods Identify item groups
Identify level of detail Identify level of detail
Replenishment Parameters Replen. Parameters

 

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