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Key Metrics to Track for Drywall and Wall Panel Products

By buildingmaterial | April 23, 2025

📊 Key Metrics to Track for Drywall and Wall Panel Products

Drywall and wall panels are high-volume, quick-turn products that need tight control. Tracking the right KPIs in your ERP ensures you stay efficient, competitive, and compliant.

  • Inventory Turnover Rate

Know how quickly you’re cycling through drywall—monthly, quarterly, or per project type.

  • Order Accuracy %

Measure how often customers receive exactly what they ordered, down to size and thickness.

  • On-Time Delivery Rate

Late drywall means halted jobs. Track OTDR by warehouse, driver, and product type.

  • Return Rate

High return rate? You may have sizing errors, delivery damage, or incorrect SKU mapping.

  • Breakage & Damage Ratio

Monitor damage during storage or transport. Damage equals shrinkage and lost profit.

  • Stock Aging

Track how long each SKU stays in storage. Aging panels can warp or degrade, especially in humid conditions.

  • Fulfillment Speed

Time from order to ready-for-pickup or delivery. Ideal for big box clients and contractors.

  • Labor Cost per Pick

Know how many labor hours it takes to pick and prep drywall—especially bulky loads.

  • Freight Cost per Load

Calculate freight costs as a percentage of product value—crucial for low-margin materials.

  • Backorder Rate

A key metric—shows how often customers wait on panels or drywall sheets due to demand planning issues.

Tracking these KPIs inside your ERP puts you ahead of delays, waste, and lost sales. Let us show you how to set up these metrics—get in touch today.


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