However, funding proved problematic, and it became expedient to extend the product range by developing a larger capacity version of the three-cylinder motor.
It has increased its product range by about 7 per cent, adding 2500 stock-keeping units, mainly in categories such as hardware, timber, power tools and gardening supplies.
The cost of making, storing, managing and protecting finished goods stock can grow to be prohibitive depending upon product range and demand variability levels.