Based on 2023 full-year picks across three warehouse lanes. I ranked by annual consumption value (qty × extended cost).
| Class | SKU Count | % of SKUs | % of Total Value | Action Rule |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 248 | 12 % | 74 % | Count every 4 weeks; backordered if below 14 days cover |
| B | 741 | 36 % | 21 % | Count every 8 weeks; reorder at 21 days |
| C | 1,062 | 52 % | 5 % | Count quarterly; dormant after 180 days |
SKU: WH-7421 • Widget housing, annealing grade 2. Annual picks: 18,442 units • Unit cost: $4.37
Consumption value = 18,442 × $4.37 = $80,590.54
Daily avg velocity: 50.5 units/day • 14-day safety cover: 707 units
Cycle count difference ≤ 1 % → no action. Difference > 1 % but ≤ 3 % → recount next day. Difference > 3 % → eight-point verification, update bin master.
SKU: WH-9108 • Retainer clip, cadmium-plated. Annual picks: 312 units • Unit cost: $0.58
Consumption value = 312 × $0.58 = $180.96
180-day dormancy check: if last issue > 180 days → status «SUSPENSE» and hold 50 % of on-hand.
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