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Reorder Point Calculator

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Calculates the inventory level at which a new order should be placed to avoid stockouts.

How To Use

How to use this calculator

Start with your values, or try a preset.

Step 1

Enter Average Daily Demand, Lead Time (in days), and Safety Stock in the units shown.

Step 2

Read Reorder Point in the results panel. Results update as you change the inputs.

Step 3

Choose a preset to load an example, then adjust the values for your situation.

Worked Examples

Example calculations

See the inputs and their calculated results.

Low Demand, Short Lead Time, Low Safety Stock

Average Daily Demand: 5 units; Lead Time (in days): 3 days; Safety Stock: 20 units

Reorder Point: 35 units

Medium Demand, Medium Lead Time, Medium Safety Stock

Average Daily Demand: 10 units; Lead Time (in days): 7 days; Safety Stock: 50 units

Reorder Point: 120 units

High Demand, Long Lead Time, High Safety Stock

Average Daily Demand: 25 units; Lead Time (in days): 14 days; Safety Stock: 100 units

Reorder Point: 450 units

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