Purpose
This card breaks down total parts sold by product class ( Small Parcel, Small Skid, Large Parcel, etc.), helping identify which categories generate the most sales volume. It excludes cancelled orders, ensuring only valid completed transactions are represented.
Key Metrics
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Parts Sold (Sum) – Total number of parts sold in each product class.
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Product Classes – Categories include Small Parcel, Small Skid, Large Parcel, Medium Skid, X-Large Skid, Standard Skid, and Unknown.
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Monthly Comparisons – Colored bars allow month-to-month trend tracking.
Insights to Look For
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Category dominance: Certain product classes (Small Parcel, Small Skid) clearly drive most of the sales volume.
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Operational planning: High-volume categories may demand more warehouse space, labor allocation, or stocking priority.
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Margin strategy: Different product classes may carry different profitability levels; comparing volume trends to margins highlights best performers.
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Trend analysis: Month-to-month fluctuations can reveal shifts in customer demand or supply chain availability.
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Inventory implications: Lower-volume categories ( X-Large Skid, Standard Skid) may not justify heavy stocking, reducing carrying costs.