Reordering

What is reordering in retail merchandising?

Reordering is the process of automatically replenishing stock — especially bestsellers and NOOS (never-out-of-stock) lines — by calculating how much to reorder at the SKU level. It uses current stock, sales forecasts, lead time, safety stock, and target cover days to keep top styles available without overstocking.

How does Increff calculate reorder quantity?

Increff calculates reorder quantity from the target inventory needed to cover future demand, minus current and in-transit stock. Target sales are derived from each SKU's rate of sale (ROS) multiplied by target cover days, then adjusted for lead time, safety stock, and MOQ — so each SKU is reordered in the right quantity at the right time.

What are cover days in reordering?

Cover days are the number of days of future sales that inventory should cover after reordering. They define the forward horizon for reorder calculations, and Increff maintains the right cover dynamically as demand and lead times fluctuate, so stores neither run out nor hold excess.

How does Increff decide which styles to reorder?

Increff classifies styles based on performance and discounting thresholds — tagging them as Reorder 1, Reorder 2, or Don't Reorder — using metrics like revenue per day against category benchmarks. Only qualifying, full-priceperforming styles are selected for reorder, so investment flows to proven demand.