If the number of holes tells you more about the reactivity and properties of the element than the number of electrons in the outermost shell, then they should b

If the number of holes tells you more about the reactivity and properties of the element than the number of electrons in the outermost shell, then they should be arranged that way. AFAIK there is no theoretical mandate that the periodic table should be the way that it is, so just organize it in the way that makes sense while also providing maximum utility.