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Safety inventory is inventory carried to satisfy demand that exceeds forecasts. It is needed because demand is uncertain and shortages may occur. There is a tradeoff between higher safety inventory, which improves availability but increases costs, and lower inventory. The appropriate level depends on demand uncertainty and desired availability. It is determined by measuring uncertainty, availability metrics like fill rate, and replenishment policies. Transportation is also important in supply chains, and co
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- Shawnchita Binte Saboor
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- EN