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InventoryUpdated 12/15/2025·6,310 views

Shelf-Life Management (FEFO)

Quick answer

Pick by First-Expiry-First-Out for any dated stock.

Full procedure

  1. 1Review the Shelf-Life Management (FEFO) standard on the department portal before you begin.
  2. 2Confirm you have the required access, PPE, or tooling for the task.
  3. 3Pick by First-Expiry-First-Out for any dated stock.
  4. 4Complete each step in sequence — do not skip or reorder.
  5. 5Record completion in the system of record (log, ticket, or checklist).
  6. 6Escalate any deviation from the standard through the escalation path.
  7. 7Debrief the team lead at handoff on anything unusual.

Common mistakes & exceptions

  • Skipping the WMS/system logging step — every action must have a system record.
  • Not photographing exceptions before escalating.
  • Assuming verbal approval is enough — always capture the ticket or form ID.

Escalation path & subject matter expert

Escalate to
Inventory Shift Lead
Ext. 4121 · Slack #inventory
Subject matter expert
Priya R. — Inventory

Frequently asked questions

Required forms

  • Shelf-Life Management (FEFO) Log
    INV-445

My private notes

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Revision history

  1. 2025-12-15
    Version 1.1 republished by Elena Rossi.
  2. 2026-03-01
    Reviewed for annual compliance.
  3. 2024-11-04
    Initial publication.
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