What is a Stockout and How to Avoid It in E-commerce?
No amount of a sale you make is relevant if the product does not exist in your physical domain. A sudden inventory shortage can turn things upside down and you’ve inadvertently got yourself a disappointed customer. Stockouts are a serious problem for many vendors throughout the United States. It’s fair to say it’s a veritable retail epidemic. So, let’s look at common examples of stockouts, their consequences, and the most practical solutions for how to prevent stockouts in advance.