Factors Affecting the Optimal Level of Product Availability ■Example of L.L.Bean The selling season for ski jackets is from November to February. L.L.Bean currently purchases the entire season's supply of ski jackets from the manufacturer before the start of the selling season High level of product availability>High inventory> High Cost SEIEE AU406 6+ - SEIEE AU406  Example of L. L. Bean  The selling season for ski jackets is from November to February.  L.L.Bean currently purchases the entire season’s supply of ski jackets from the manufacturer before the start of the selling season  High level of product availability High inventory High Cost 6 Factors Affecting the Optimal Level of Product Availability