Inventory Warehouse Management – A Comprehensive Guide Warehouse management oversees the operations in a warehouse to ensure efficient storage, handling, and distribution of goods. Here is a comprehensive guide to the basics of effective warehouse management. By Madis Kuuse 15 min read
Inventory What are Stockouts and How to Prevent Them? While stockouts may suggest that a product is popular, they are typically costly mistakes in inventory management that are far better avoided than managed after the fact. In this article, we look at what stockouts are, how they are caused, and what businesses can do to prevent them. By Mattias Turovski 12 min read
InventorySales Order Picking – A Quick Guide to Greater Efficiency Order picking is a fundamental process in warehouse management, essential for ensuring timely and accurate customer order fulfillment. In this post, we explore various manual and automated picking methods to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, each tailored to different warehouse sizes and operational needs. By Mattias Turovski 13 min read
Inventory Days Sales in Inventory – What is DSI and Why is it Important? Among the many invaluable performance metrics in inventory management, Days Sales in Inventory (DSI) stands out for its simplicity and straightforward insight into finding a balance between stock levels and sales. By Mattias Turovski 10 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips ABC Analysis (80/20 Rule) in Inventory Management ABC analysis helps businesses get insight into their supply chain, reduce inventory, and improve inventory management efficiency. And properly applying it does not require a data analyst or a substantial amount of resources. By Madis Kuuse 15 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips The 4 Types of Inventory and Tips on Managing Them Inventory is any finite asset that a company uses for producing and selling its goods. In this article, we zoom in on the four basic types of inventory and how to manage them. By Mattias Turovski 13 min read
Choosing a SoftwareInventoryManufacturing Tips Stock Control – A Simple Guide for SMEs Keeping a close eye on inventory levels is crucial for increasing the efficiency of any manufacturing or distribution operation. This goes doubly so for small and medium businesses where margins can be tight and profits rely heavily on keeping costs in check. By Mattias Turovski 17 min read
Inventory What Is Safety Stock and How to Calculate It? Safety stock is the buffer inventory that helps companies keep serving their customers when disruptions occur. Striking a balance between stockouts and overstocking needs to rely on reliable data and mathematical equations, however. By Madis Kuuse 13 min read
Inventory Inventory Shrinkage – Causes, Consequences, and Tips Inventory shrinkage is a common issue in most businesses that deal with physical inventory. The consequences of shrinkage may include financial losses, operational disruptions, and loss of competitiveness. But how does it happen and how to prevent it? By Madis Kuuse 11 min read