⚠️ Feature available only for AI-enabled plans
Buffer stock can be configured in two ways to allow:
Centralized management by headquarters
Autonomy for stores and franchisees
1/ Configuration from the Ingredient Page (Admins)
All users with access to the ingredient page can define buffer stock via the Buffer Stock sub-tab:
Ingredient > Buffer Stock
From this view:
Click “Manage Buffer Stocks”
Select the desired scope (stores and/or groups)
Define the number of buffer stock days
This setup allows:
Setting a default value for multiple stores
Harmonizing stock policy across the network
2/ Configuration from the Store Page (Managers / Franchisees)
Each store can define its own buffer stock via:
Store > Buffer Stock sub-tab
From this view:
Select one or more items
Define the number of buffer stock days
Apply the value simultaneously to multiple ingredients
This allows buffer stock to be adapted to:
Local delivery conditions
Storage capacity
Operational specifics of the store
3/ Best Practices
Set a headquarters value as a common baseline
Allow stores to adjust if necessary
Avoid making frequent changes
Verify the impact on recommendations after modification
Key Takeaways
Buffer stock can be configured at both network and store levels
It is expressed in forecasted consumption days
It is automatically included in order recommendations