Definition
The portion of inventory that is depleted and replenished through normal ordering cycles, as distinct from safety stock held as a buffer. It rises just after an order arrives and falls as demand is met until the next replenishment. The average cycle stock is broadly half the order quantity under steady demand.
Frequently asked questions
What is Cycle Stock?
The portion of inventory that is depleted and replenished through normal ordering cycles, as distinct from safety stock held as a buffer. It rises just after an order arrives and falls as demand is met until the next replenishment. The average cycle stock is broadly half the order quantity under steady demand.
Which glossary terms are related to Cycle Stock?
Cycle Stock is a supply chain & warehousing term in the South African import/export industry. Related terms in the same area include 3PL (Third-Party Logistics), 4PL (Fourth-Party Logistics), ABC Analysis, Bonded Logistics, Bonded Warehouse (SOS/OS) — each has its own plain-English definition in the TradeCaravan glossary.