Meaning of the word "safety stock" in English
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safety stock
US /ˈseɪf.ti ˌstɑːk/
UK /ˈseɪf.ti ˌstɑːk/
Noun
1.
an additional quantity of an item held in inventory to reduce the risk of a stockout caused by uncertainties in supply and demand
Example:
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We maintain a safety stock of critical components to prevent production delays.
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Calculating the optimal safety stock level is crucial for inventory management.
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