1.2 Periodic systems require regular inventory counts. With reference to the case study explain how…

➤ When should you schedule inventory counts to minimize demand planning disruption?
Schedule physical counts during predictable low-sales windows, such as slow shifts or end-of-day periods. Align counts with forecast review cycles and supplier lead times to avoid distorting demand data. Use cycle counting for high-value SKUs and periodic full counts for others. This minimizes interruption to order processing and improves demand-planning accuracy.