EOQ should be used if you use a make-to-order strategy and the customer specifies the entire order be delivered in one shipment.

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EOQ (Economic Order Quantity) is a formula for determining the optimal order quantity for a product to minimize the total cost of ordering and holding inventory. It is most commonly used in a make-to-stock strategy, where products are produced in anticipation of customer demand. In a make-to-order strategy, products are only produced when an order is received, so there is no need to determine an optimal order quantity. Additionally, if the customer specifies that the entire order be delivered in one shipment, it may not be feasible to use EOQ as the order quantity may be dictated by the customer's requirements.

EOQ Should Be Used If You Use a Make-To-Order Strategy