Glossary
What is SLOB Inventory (Slow-Moving & Obsolete)?
Last updated July 2026
SLOB stands for slow-moving and obsolete inventory — stock that sells rarely or not at all. It is the inventory most likely to become a write-off.
Also known as: slow-moving and obsolete inventory
Slow movers still sell occasionally; obsolete items have no forward demand. Both tie up cash and space, and both are candidates for redistribution, markdown, or resale.
Managing SLOB starts with a consumption-based classification so the right action — move, mark down, or monetize — is obvious for each SKU.
Disciplined industrial operations keep SLOB to 3–7% with active change control.
Part of Excess & obsolete inventory.
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