What makes up a customer's total inventory?

A customer's total inventory is defined as the comprehensive collection of items that a customer has access to and is either actively using or has committed to use in the future. This total inventory encompasses garments in the customer's possession as well as those in the possession of the service provider, such as Cintas.

Including garments in the customer's possession is essential since these items are physically available for use and represent current resources. Similarly, accounting for garments that are in Cintas' possession is critical because those items are part of the customer's inventory system, even though they are not directly with the customer at that moment. This dual perspective allows for a complete understanding of what garments are available for the customer’s operations, ensuring that inventory levels are accurately assessed and managed.

Consequently, recognizing both components—garments with the customer and those with the service provider—highlights the full scope of inventory management, allowing for informed decision-making regarding restocking, usage, and overall inventory strategies.