Buffers

Key takeaway: Buffers add fixed units on top of the calculated reorder point for known risks.

Found in Settings → Buffers. Add a fixed extra quantity on top of the calculated reorder point.

What buffers are for

A buffer adds a fixed number of units to the reorder point or safety stock for a SKU or group of SKUs. Use buffers when you have a known reason to hold extra stock that the forecast does not capture, such as a product that is hard to restock quickly, a planned promotion, or a supplier with inconsistent reliability.

Creating a buffer

Click Add Buffer, give it a name, set the extra units, and assign it to one or more SKUs. You can create multiple buffers and apply different ones to different products. Buffers can be edited or removed at any time without affecting the underlying forecast.