Ready stock can suit buyers who prioritise speed, phased ordering or market testing. The review should still cover storage conditions, entry date, grade consistency and whether the same scope can be repeated.
Direct-origin procurement often fits larger volumes, longer planning horizons and a more tailored specification. It also introduces preparation time, freight coordination, working-capital exposure and market volatility into the decision.
The best answer is not always one route. Many businesses use available stock for near-term continuity and direct-origin supply for the main programme. State quantity, destination, timing and specification so that the two models can be compared on landed outcome rather than headline price.
Use the guide to improve the brief—not to replace order verification.
Final quantity, sales unit, stock, price and timing remain order-specific.
