ERP Inventory Optimization Checklist
Unlock peak efficiency! This ERP Inventory Optimization Checklist helps you streamline stock levels, reduce carrying costs, and avoid stockouts - all within your ERP system. Get actionable steps to maximize inventory ROI and minimize waste.
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Demand Forecasting Accuracy
Evaluate the accuracy of current demand forecasting methods and identify areas for improvement.
Historical Demand Data Length (Months)
Forecasting Method Used
Mean Absolute Percentage Error (MAPE)
Description of Data Cleansing Steps
Seasonality Adjustment Applied?
Forecast Bias (Average Error)
Safety Stock Levels
Review safety stock levels for each item and adjust based on demand variability and lead times.
Current Safety Stock Level (Item A)
Target Safety Stock Level (Item A)
Demand Variability Coefficient (Item B)
Lead Time Variability (Days) (Item C)
Safety Stock Calculation Method
Justification for Safety Stock Adjustment (Item D)
Service Level Target (%)
Date of Last Safety Stock Review
Lead Time Reduction
Analyze current lead times and identify opportunities to reduce them through supplier collaboration and process improvements.
Current Average Lead Time (Days)
Target Lead Time Reduction (Days)
Detailed Breakdown of Lead Time Components (e.g., order processing, transit, receiving)
Primary Cause of Lead Time Delays
Date of Last Supplier Performance Review
Potential Lead Time Reduction Strategies
Description of Action Plan to Reduce Lead Time
Inventory Turnover Rate
Assess inventory turnover rates for key items and investigate slow-moving or obsolete inventory.
Current Inventory Turnover Rate (Overall)
Target Inventory Turnover Rate (Overall)
Inventory Turnover Rate - Top 20% of SKUs
Inventory Turnover Rate - Bottom 20% of SKUs
Description of Methodology Used to Calculate Turnover Rate
Date of Last Turnover Rate Calculation
ABC Analysis Implementation
Verify the correct application of ABC analysis and review classifications regularly.
Number of Items Classified
Classification Method Used
Percentage of Revenue (A Items)
Percentage of Items Classified as 'A'
Justification for A/B/C Classification
Review Frequency of Classification
Reorder Point Calculations
Review and validate reorder point calculations, considering factors like lead time and safety stock.
Average Daily Demand
Lead Time (Days)
Safety Stock Level
Reorder Point (Calculated)
Formula Used for Calculation
Date of Last Calculation Review
Calculation Method
Cycle Counting Processes
Evaluate the effectiveness of current cycle counting practices and frequency.
Frequency of Cycle Counts (per week/month)
Cycle Counting Methodology
Percentage of Inventory Counted Per Cycle
Last Cycle Count Completion Date
Summary of Findings from Last Cycle Count
Cycle Counting Responsibility (Individual/Team)
ERP System Integration (Inventory Module)
Ensure seamless integration between ERP modules (e.g., sales, purchasing, warehouse management).
Number of Integrated Systems
Integration Method (API, Batch, Real-Time)
Description of Data Synchronization Process
Data Synchronization Frequency (Hours)
Modules Integrated with Inventory (Select All that Apply)
Last Integration Validation Date
Warehouse Layout & Efficiency
Assess warehouse layout for optimal space utilization and material flow.
Average Order Picking Time (minutes)
Warehouse Utilization Rate (%)
High-Traffic Zone Location (coordinates)
Storage Method Used (e.g., FIFO, LIFO)
Description of Material Flow Process
Distance Traveled per Order Cycle (feet/meters)
Vendor Performance Evaluation
Review vendor lead times, on-time delivery rates, and quality of materials.
On-Time Delivery Rate (%)
Average Lead Time (Days)
Defect Rate (%)
Comments on Quality
Communication Effectiveness
Last Performance Review Date
Supporting Documentation (e.g., contracts, performance reports)
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