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What isinventory turnover and how is it calculated? Why is it important for a manager to track this ratio?


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Lead Time

The timeframe between the initiation and completion of a process, such as from placing an order to its delivery.

Re-Order Point

The inventory level at which an order should be placed to replenish stock before it runs out, based on lead time and consumption rate.

Demand

The quantity of a product or service that consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices at a given time.

Optimal Order Size

The quantity that minimizes the total cost of inventory, including holding and ordering costs.

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