Knowledge base
Fixed restock batch vs wave-based replenishment
Fixed restock batch compared with Wave-based replenishment for fulfillment planning.
Demand timing fit
Release inventory on a rigid batch cadence regardless of stream timing. Align replenishment waves to the demand spikes created by the live schedule. Wave-based replenishment is stronger when sales peaks are concentrated into short, predictable windows.
Stockout control
Stockout risk rises when one batch misses the stream window. Multiple release windows create faster correction paths before peak sessions. Shorter replenishment loops improve service when restock speed matters more than batch simplicity.
Best for
- Teams running frequent stream-driven replenishment
- Sellers whose order volume surges in predictable live windows
Risks to check
- Wave planning requires tighter warehouse-stream coordination
- If cutoffs are unclear, extra replenishment waves may create noise instead of speed
Recommended choice
Use wave-based replenishment when stream timing drives demand concentration and stockout cost is high.