Distributor Tool

Transfer from another branch — or reorder from supplier?

The right answer depends on freight cost, lead time, holding cost, and stockout risk. Calculate the exact break-even.

Your scenario

Units needed200

102000

Unit value ($)$85

52000

Transfer freight cost ($)$420

505000

Transfer lead time (days)2d

114

Reorder freight cost ($)$180

503000

Supplier lead time (days)10d

145

Annual inventory carrying cost22%

1035

Recommendation

Transfer from branch

Saves $2K vs. the alternative

Transfer ✓

Freight cost$420

Holding (2d)$20

Total$440

Reorder

Freight cost$180

Holding (10d)$102

Stockout risk cost$2K

Total$3K

Aztela surfaces this decision automatically — live branch inventory, freight costs, and lead times compared in real time so your team never guesses.