🔒 Hard Constraints

Solver CANNOT violate these rules.

ENFORCED
Minimum Margin Floor
No markdown can reduce margin below threshold
ACTIVE
Min: 15%
Maximum Inventory Cap
Store capacity cannot be exceeded
ACTIVE
Max: 120%
Promotional Exclusivity
Promo items locked from further markdowns
ACTIVE
7-day lock

⚖️ Soft Constraints

Solver attempts to minimize violations.

PENALTIES
Vendor Preference HIGH PENALTY
Prioritize strategic vendors Penalty: 75%
Seasonal Allocation MEDIUM
Match inventory to season Penalty: 50%
Store Clustering LOW
Group similar stores Penalty: 25%