Overview
The Safety Stock Calculator is a dynamic skill that optimizes safety stock levels and reorder points based on demand variability, lead time uncertainty, and service level targets. It uses statistical methods and optimization algorithms to balance inventory investment against stockout risk.
Capabilities
- Service Level to Safety Stock Conversion: Calculate required safety stock to achieve target service levels using statistical methods
- Lead Time Variability Modeling: Incorporate lead time uncertainty into safety stock calculations
- Demand Variability Analysis: Analyze demand patterns and variability to determine appropriate buffer stock
- Reorder Point Calculation: Calculate optimal reorder points combining expected demand and safety stock
- Order Quantity Optimization (EOQ): Determine economic order quantities balancing ordering and holding costs
- Min/Max Parameter Setting: Set minimum and maximum inventory parameters for replenishment systems
- Multi-Echelon Inventory Optimization: Optimize inventory across multiple distribution tiers