Warehouse reference · Replenishment & slotting
Demand-driven replenishment
Demand-driven replenishment relates replenishment need to upcoming or released work. It aims to make forward inventory ready for actual demand rather than relying only on a static threshold. Timing remains critical.
How it works in practice
Identify the demand included in the calculation, compare it with eligible forward stock, and release replenishment early enough to support picking. Coordinate priorities with the downstream release plan.
A warehouse example
A pick face is above its normal minimum but below the quantity needed for the next release. Demand-based logic can identify the gap before picking starts.
Illustrative scenario, not a claim about a client engagement.
What to watch for
Demand can change after tasks are created. Define how cancellations, partial completion, and new priorities affect replenishment already in progress.
A useful question
How much lead time is available between demand visibility and the first pick?
Terminology and configuration differ by product. These notes explain general concepts and are not operating instructions for equipment, a compliance determination, or a replacement for your site’s approved procedures.
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