Minimitilausmäärät

Minimitilausmäärät, often abbreviated as MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity), refers to the smallest quantity of a product or service that a supplier is willing to sell or a manufacturer is willing to produce. This concept is prevalent in business-to-business transactions, particularly in manufacturing, wholesale, and retail sectors.

The purpose of setting a minimum order quantity is to ensure profitability for the supplier. Producing or processing smaller batches can be significantly less cost-effective due to fixed costs associated with setup, labor, and materials. For manufacturers, a MOQ helps to achieve economies of scale, making production runs economically viable. For wholesalers, it ensures that the volume of goods purchased justifies the administrative and logistical efforts involved in a sale.

MOQs can vary widely depending on the product, industry, and supplier. High-value, custom-made, or complex products often have higher MOQs. Conversely, standardized or low-cost items may have lower MOQs or no MOQ at all.

Businesses that need to purchase less than the established MOQ may face several options. They might need to find a different supplier who offers lower MOQs, work with a distributor or wholesaler who buys in bulk and sells in smaller quantities, or negotiate a higher per-unit price for a smaller order. Understanding and managing MOQs is a crucial aspect of supply chain management and procurement for businesses of all sizes.