Question
What factors determine inventory levels in an organisation?

Answer

Factors that determine inventory levels are:
  1. Firm's policy regarding level of customer service.
  2. Degree of accuracy of sales forecast.
  3. Responsiveness of distribution system.
  4. Cost of holding inventory.

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