A decrease in an item's lead-time will increase the amount of safety stock required.

Name: A decrease in an item's lead-time will increase the amount of safety stock required.
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A decrease in lead-time means that the item will be available sooner, reducing the need for safety stock. Safety stock is typically held to cover uncertain demand or lead-time variability, so if the lead-time becomes more predictable or certain, less safety stock is needed.

A Decrease in an Item's Lead-Time Will Increase the Amount