Inventory Performance
The management and turnover of a competitor's inventory, which can affect their ability to meet customer demand and control costs.
Implications
The effectiveness of inventory management practices, often measured by metrics such as turnover rate, stockout frequency, and carrying costs, used to assess how well inventory is being managed and identify opportunities for improvement.
Example
Example: A retailer tracks inventory performance by measuring turnover rate, discovering that certain product lines are moving too slowly, leading to adjustments in ordering practices to reduce carrying costs.
Related Terms
Different from sales performance, which focuses on revenue and profitability, inventory performance specifically examines how efficiently inventory is managed to support sales and operational goals.