Work-in-Progress (WIP) Calculator
Calculate WIP levels, lead time, and inventory metrics for manufacturing systems.
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Inputs
WIP Formulas:
Little's Law: WIP = Throughput × Lead Time
Lead Time = WIP / Throughput
Throughput = WIP / Lead Time
Inventory Turns = Annual Throughput / Average Inventory
Calculation Type
Find WIP Level
Find Lead Time
Find Required Throughput
Lead Time (days)
Daily Throughput (units/day)
WIP Level (units)
Daily Throughput (units/day)
WIP Level (units)
Target Lead Time (days)
Unit Value ($)
For calculating inventory value
Working Days per Year
Safety Stock Factor
Multiplier for buffer stock (1.0 = no buffer)
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Results
Enter WIP parameters to calculate inventory metrics.
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