In "Decency Means More Than "Always Low Prices": a Comparison

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Short Answer

In "Decency Means More than "Always Low Prices": A Comparison of Costco to Wal- Mart's Sam's Club", what does Costco mean when it says it aims to turn inventory faster than people

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Definitions:

Lot Size

Refers to the set quantity of items that are processed, ordered, or produced together at a time.

Categories Score

refers to the rating or evaluation assigned to various categories within a framework, often used to assess performance or quality.

Drop Shipment

A logistics method where the seller does not keep goods in stock but instead directly transfers customer orders and shipment details to a third party, who then ships the goods directly to the customer.

Cross-docking

A logistics practice where incoming shipments are directly transferred from inbound to outbound vehicles, minimizing storage time and reducing handling costs.