Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stocking-unit
noun
/ˈstɒk.ɪŋ ˌjuː.nɪt/
Definition
A stocking unit refers to a standardized quantity of product that is kept in inventory, typically used in retail and wholesale environments for inventory management.
Examples
- The store organizes its products into stocking units for easier inventory tracking.
- Each stocking unit represents a specific quantity of goods that are treated as a single entity.
- It’s essential to know your stocking units when planning restocking schedules.
Meaning
The term fundamentally indicates a single item or a collective grouping of items that are monitored as a single unit in stock.
Synonyms
- inventory unit
- stock unit
- product unit
