Stockouts overstock & dead inventory

Retailers cycle between stockouts during demand spikes and overstock in slow periods, with inaccurate forecasting tying up cash.

Analysis:

Connected to the demand forecasting thesis, but the liquidation and inventory monetization side is also interesting. Platforms that help brands profitably move excess inventory without destroying brand value — through off-price channels, marketplace liquidation, or B2B resale — address a persistent, painful problem.