Low Threshold

Purpose

The new Low Threshold field captures the minimum stock level that the business aims to maintain, based on historical sales data and forecasting analysis. It represents the level below which stock is considered low, helping the also the newly released Custom forecasting dashboard https://my.planufac.com/reports/salesforecast which highlights potential inventory risks and support planning decisions.

The Low Threshold field also features in the Inventory Snapshot  https://my.planufac.com/reports/inventorysnapshots report to display the threshold level representing the level below which the stock is considered low on a product level.

Business Context

The Low Threshold field is a Fixed value field, In the new Custom forecasting dashboard  this field defines a baseline for stock levels, informed by past sales trends, seasonal demand, and replenishment cycles. The low threshold acts as a reference point to compare actual or projected inventory against, ensuring that potential shortages are flagged before they occur.

Field Behaviour

• Type: Free text — users can enter number based on history
• Editable: Yes — authorised users can update values based on updated forecasts or changing demand patterns.