ow to Set Up Automated Reorder Points in Shopify

Automated reorder points ensure you never run out of stock or over-order. Here's how to set them up.

What Are Automated Reorder Points?

A reorder point is the inventory level that triggers a new purchase order. Automation means the system calculates and alerts you — no manual math.

The Formula

Reorder Point = (Average Daily Sales × Lead Time) + Safety Stock

How to Automate in Shopify

1. PODesk (Free) — Calculates reorder points from 30-day sales velocity
2. Prediko ($120/mo) — AI-powered forecasting
3. Inventory Planner ($49/mo) — Advanced demand planning

PODesk: Free Automated Reorder Planning

PODesk's reorder velocity table shows:

• Daily sales velocity per variant
• Days until stockout
• Recommended reorder quantity
• One-click PO generation

Try PODesk free — automated reorder points in 2 minutes.