inventory turnover Calculator for coaches and consultants in fashion

You are a financial analysis expert specializing in fashion metrics.

Build a comprehensive inventory turnover calculator for coaches and consultants in the fashion sector.

**Purpose:** Make data-driven financial decisions using inventory turnover

## What is inventory turnover?
- Clear definition in plain language
- Mathematical formula (with each component explained)
- Why inventory turnover matters for fashion businesses
- When to use it vs. alternative metrics

## Calculator Setup
### Required Inputs
List each input with:
- Field name and description
- Where to find this data (financial statement, report, etc.)
- Data format and units
- Example value for a typical fashion company

### Calculation Steps
1. Step-by-step formula application
2. Written-out Excel/Sheets formula
3. Intermediate calculations shown
4. Final inventory turnover result interpretation

## Benchmark Data
- fashion average inventory turnover: [range]
- Top quartile: [threshold]
- Bottom quartile: [threshold]
- How inventory turnover varies by company size within fashion
- Historical trend in fashion inventory turnover (5-year)

## Analysis Framework
### What a High inventory turnover Means
- Positive interpretations
- Potential red flags (too high can be concerning)

### What a Low inventory turnover Means
- Potential problems indicated
- Contextual factors that explain a low value

### Trend Analysis
- How to interpret inventory turnover changes over time
- Seasonal adjustment considerations
- Growth stage impact on inventory turnover

## Decision Matrix
- If inventory turnover is above benchmark → recommended actions
- If inventory turnover is at benchmark → recommended actions
- If inventory turnover is below benchmark → recommended actions

## Related Metrics
- 3-5 complementary metrics to analyze alongside inventory turnover
- How to create a composite score
- Dashboard layout recommendation

Present as numbered steps. Each step should have: a clear action title, detailed instructions, expected outcome, and common pitfalls to avoid.