Adaptation of the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) Model in the Perspective of Maqasid Shari’a

The economic order quantity (EOQ) model has become an important instrument in inventory management to minimize costs by balancing ordering and holding costs. This study examines the alignment of the EOQ model with the principles of Maqasid Shari’a, including hifdzul din (protecting religion), hifdzul nafs (protecting the soul), hifdzul aql (protecting reason), hifdzul nasl (protecting descendants), and hifdzul maal (protecting property) and its relevance in the context of Islamic business. Qualitative data were collected through a literature review with a content analysis approach, then analyzed thematically to identify the relationship between EOQ characteristics and Maqasid Shari’a dimensions. The results of the study indicate that the EOQ model is in line with the five principles of Maqasid Shari’a, which include: 1) Hifdzul din: 2) Hifdzul nafs: 3) Hifdzul aql: 4) Hifdzul nasl: 5) Hifdzul maal: This study concludes that by integrating the EOQ model with Maqasid Shari’a, maslahah (common good) will be achieved in the form of economic efficiency and strengthening the ethical and social dimensions in business. The implications will encourage increased transparency, waste reduction, and environmental sustainability. These findings can be a conceptual basis for developing a holistic inventory management model following Islamic economics principles.