Question

For a given product, the optimal order quantity is 600 units, average annual demand is 12,000 units, the average lead time is 1 month, and the optimal safety stock is 400 units. What is the average inventory level for this product

Answer 1

700 units

Step-by-step explanation:

No of orders per year=annual demand/optimal order quantity

No of orders per year=12,000/600=20

Average orders per month=20/11=1.75

Average Inventory=1.75*400=700

Please note that 11 months are taken as 1 month is lead time therefore it is excluded for per month orders.