Replenishment is the process of restoring inventory at a store, warehouse or selling location to meet expected demand.
How it works in retail
It may be driven by stock thresholds, forecasts or a regular review cycle. The process can involve supplier orders or transfers between locations.
A retail example
A retailer moves more bestselling socks from its warehouse to branches whose available stock has fallen below the target level.
What to keep in mind
A replenishment decision should consider stock already on order, lead time and demand changes. Refilling every item automatically can build excess inventory.
Examples are illustrative. Terminology and measurement conventions can vary by business and market.