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Supply Chain
Inventory Carrying Cost Calculator
Calculate the annual cost of holding inventory by multiplying average inventory value by a carrying cost rate. Carrying costs typically run 20-30% of inventory value annually and are one of the largest hidden expenses in supply chain operations.
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Supply Chain
Reorder Point Calculator
Compute the inventory level at which to place a replenishment order, combining expected demand during lead time with a safety-stock buffer. Useful for setting auto-reorder triggers in ERPs, WMS systems, and lean inventory policies.
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Key differences
| Inventory Carrying Cost Calculator | Reorder Point Calculator | |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Supply Chain | Supply Chain |
| Inputs required | 2 | 3 |
| Result | Annual Carrying Cost ($) | Reorder Point (units) |
| What it does | Calculate the annual cost of holding inventory by multiplying average inventory value by a carrying cost rate. Carrying costs typically run 20-30% of inventory value annually and are one of the largest hidden expenses in supply chain operations. | Compute the inventory level at which to place a replenishment order, combining expected demand during lead time with a safety-stock buffer. Useful for setting auto-reorder triggers in ERPs, WMS systems, and lean inventory policies. |