Asked by Jallisa Jackson on Apr 27, 2024

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A bakery uses 9 containers that each hold 6 cakes. If daily demand is 40 cakes and lead time is 1 day determine the safety stock.

Safety Stock

Inventory held in reserve to guard against stockouts caused by variability in demand or supply chain delays.

Lead Time

The time interval from the initiation of a process (such as placing an order) to its completion (such as the delivery of goods or services).

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Jordan CasonMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
9 = (40 + SS)/6 thus Safety Stock = 14 cakes