A strategic guide to monitoring allocation priority and securing high-demand items efficiently.
In the competitive world of high-demand retail—from sneaker drops to collectible tech—managing preorders and limited stock allocations manually is a recipe for missed opportunities. The ACBUY Spreadsheet
When stock is limited, suppliers allocate based on a retailer's history, credibility, and order priority. Without a clear system, you're operating blindly. The ACBUY methodology centralizes this critical data into a live, actionable spreadsheet, serving as your allocation command center.
All preorder requests, from all channels or team members, are logged into a master sheet. Each entry tracks:
This is the heart of the system. A dedicated section visually ranks upcoming allocations based on weighted factors:
The matrix calculates a total "Secure Score", sorting items to show exactly where to focus your efforts daily.
Prevents over-committing. The sheet compares:
A simple color-coded system (Red/Yellow/Green) instantly shows if an item is over-subscribed or has available buffer.
The ACBUY Spreadsheet
Transform your allocation process from reactive to strategic. Build your ACBUY system today.
