#alternatives

Craft a helpful out-of-stock response. Include: 1. Apologize for unavailability. 2. Explain reason (high demand, seasonal, discontinued). 3. Provide restock date if known. 4. Offer waitlist/notification signup. 5. Suggest similar products with comparison. 6. Highlight benefits of alternatives. 7. Offer discount on alternative as goodwill. 8. Provide easy way to save original item. Turn disappointment into opportunity.