How it works
Annual carrying cost = average inventory value times the sum of entered carrying-cost rates.
Input definitions
- Average inventory value
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Capital cost (%)
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Storage and insurance (%)
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
- Obsolescence and loss (%)
- Enter the value in the labeled unit.
A worked example
- Average inventory value
- 80000
- Capital cost (%)
- 8
- Storage and insurance (%)
- 6
- Obsolescence and loss (%)
- 4
Assumptions & limits
Uses only the values entered and does not fetch live prices, fees, rates or eligibility rules. Verify quotes, contracts, measurements and local requirements before acting.
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Common questions
Why use average inventory?
Carrying cost accrues across the year, so a representative average is more useful than one closing balance.
How does Annual inventory carrying cost calculate the result?
Annual carrying cost = average inventory value times the sum of entered carrying-cost rates.
What should I check before using Annual inventory carrying cost?
Uses only the values entered and does not fetch live prices, fees, rates or eligibility rules. Verify quotes, contracts, measurements and local requirements before acting.