Phase In (Allocation)

This section covers the elements used in Replenishment for the Phase In process and how those are set up. In this step, items are allocated manually to stores.

This covers:

  • Allocation Rules
    Allocation Rules describe the distribution ratio, how items are distributed between stores or store groups.
  • Variant Weights
    Variant Weights describe the distribution ratio, how items are distributed between dimensions (for example: colors, sizes).
    Variant Weights are percentage values - for example: Small 20%, Medium: 60%, Large: 20%
  • Dimension Patterns
    Dimension Patterns describe the distribution ratio, how items are distributed between dimensions (for example: colors, sizes).
    Dimension Patterns are quantity values - for example: Small: 1, Medium: 3, Large: 1
  • Allocation Plans and Buyer's Push
    These are the functions to purchase and transfer items to the stores

Goal

The goals of this step:

  • Get a detailed understanding of the retailer's allocation process
  • Get an understanding of allocation rules
  • If retailer uses variant items, get an understanding of how distribution between dimensions is handled
  • Set up Allocation Rules, Variant Weights, Dimension Patterns
  • Set up Allocation Plans and Buyer's Push.

Key questions / considerations

Covered in the detail sections.

Output

Covered in the detail sections.

LS Central setup considerations

Covered in the detail sections.

Steps See
Allocation Rules Allocation Rules
Variant Weights and Dimension Patterns Variant Weights and Dimension Patterns
Allocation Plans and Buyer's Push Allocation Plans and Buyer's Push

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