by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
Buffer stock, also known as safety stock, is essential for protecting your supply chain from unexpected events like demand surges, shipping delays, or supplier issues. It acts as a cushion to keep operations running smoothly when forecasts fall short or disruptions...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
Backorders can be both a challenge and an opportunity for growing businesses. A backorder happens when an item is temporarily out of stock but still available for purchase, with fulfillment expected once inventory is replenished. If managed properly, backorders allow...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
As businesses scale and sell across more channels, inventory tracking becomes increasingly complex. The right software helps streamline operations, prevent stockouts, and keep customers happy with accurate, real-time data. Today’s top platforms offer features like...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
Artificial intelligence is changing the game for supply chain management by automating manual tasks, increasing visibility, and powering smarter, faster decision-making. AI-driven tools are helping companies forecast demand more accurately, optimize inventory levels,...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
Demand forecasting is essential for ensuring you always have the right amount of inventory on hand—enough to meet customer needs without overstocking or tying up too much capital. By leveraging historical sales data, seasonality, market trends, and predictive...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
The inventory turnover ratio is a handy metric that tells you how often a company sells and replaces its inventory over a certain period, and it’s one of the best indicators of inventory health. It’s like a snapshot of how well a business is managing its stock....
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
FIFO, or First In, First Out, is one of the most widely adopted inventory accounting and management methods in retail, logistics, and manufacturing. It ensures that older inventory is sold before newer stock enters circulation, which helps reduce product spoilage,...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 18, 2025 | Blog
SKU numbers. Those nifty little codes that make managing products a breeze. At a time when staying organized is non-negotiable, SKU numbers play a critical role in making that possible. A Stock Keeping Unit (SKU) is a unique alphanumeric code assigned to each distinct...
by Garima.Pulse2017 | Apr 17, 2025 | Blog
Inventory management involves overseeing stock to meet customer demand while minimizing costs. Effective inventory management keeps businesses running smoothly. In this article, you’ll discover key strategies for mastering inventory management in 2025. We’ll...
by Chris Yasutake | Jan 6, 2025 | Blog
Returns fraud and abuse have escalated into a significant threat, posing substantial challenges for retailers attempting to maintain customer-friendly free return policies. This form of fraud ranges from minor deceptions to complex schemes, making it essential for...
