SKU rationalization: Definition, Formula & Why It Matters

SKU rationalization is the periodic process of deciding which products to keep, reduce, or discontinue based on profitability, turnover, and demand. It combats SKU proliferation, where too many low performers add complexity without proportional revenue.

Example

Trimming a catalog from 500 to 350 strong performers can lift cash flow and cut carrying costs.

Why it matters for Reverb sellers

Cutting weak SKUs frees capital and attention for the products that actually earn. For resellers, it is the discipline that keeps a growing catalog from quietly eroding margins.

How Verbstack helps

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