An independent-pharmacy eyewear rack can look full while being functionally out of stock if core reader powers are missing. The category should be judged by power availability, not just the number of frames on the rack.
Typical causes
- opening power depth was too shallow
- reorders repeat the original mix
- backstock is not organized by power
- slow powers or styles create visual fullness
Audit the customer mission
Can a customer find a common power for near-reading use during the visit? If not, the category has an availability problem.
Use reorders to improve the mix
Deepen powers that repeatedly stock out and reduce unnecessary duplicates elsewhere.
Over-the-counter readers are not a substitute for professional eye care or diagnosis.
Continue: Independent Pharmacies resource center.