This solution brief explains how traditional inventory optimization approaches that focus only on minimum stock levels can create excess inventory and waste for products with limited shelf life. Large production runs and replenishment quantities increase the risk of spoilage, obsolescence, and heavy discounting. E2open’s freshness capabilities address this challenge by determining statistically driven, time‑phased maximum and minimum inventory targets by product and location. This balanced approach helps manufacturers reduce waste, limit expired or obsolete goods, protect margins, and maintain service levels by aligning inventory more closely with true demand and shelf‑life constraints.

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