Fill Rate

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Definition: Fill Rate


Fill Rate


Full Definition of Fill Rate


The rate at which customer orders can be filled from existing inventory within the parameters of the order request. For example, if a customer places an order for 10 units of a product, but the current inventory only allows for the immediate shipping of 7 units. The fill rate is 70%. A higher fill rate is usually equated to higher customer satisfaction.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Fill Rate are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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