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How to calculate ABC analysis – a working example

What is ABC analysis/ABC classification? Inventory management teams use ABC classification (also called ABC analysis) to help identify the most...

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5 cost-saving inventory reduction strategies

For businesses that carry non-perishable goods, it’s tempting to order and carry surplus stock to help meet market demand and...

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An explanation of ABC XYZ inventory analysis and why it adds value

In previous posts, we’ve discussed the benefits of ABC classification models and how to use them to improve inventory control...

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Using stock turn rate to optimize your inventory management

For many businesses looking to improve their inventory management, a critical KPI is stock turn rate. Stock turn rate is...

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5 Benefits of artificial intelligence in supply chain management

As global supply chains become more complex, disruption in one link can significantly impact other areas. Therefore, it is essential...

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Five steps to building a resilient supply chain

In the face of unprecedented global events that have posed significant challenges to businesses across the supply chain, the importance...

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Supply chain risk mitigation

As we ride each wave of supply chain disruption, we hope it will be the last. However, the world is...

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How to manage dead stock

Having enough stock to meet demand is fundamental to stock-holding businesses. Running out of stock leads to lost sales and...

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Improving inventory planning during supply chain disruption

This post focuses on inventory planning and optimizing stock levels during periods of supply chain disruption and erratic customer behavior....

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The causes of excess inventory

8 reasons you’re carrying too much inventory What is excess inventory? Excess inventory refers to when stock for an item...

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Demystifying key inventory terms: Your inventory optimization glossary

Inventory optimization is a complex but crucial aspect of supply chain management. However, if you haven’t heard of inventory optimization,...

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What are the disadvantages of excess inventory?

Inventory is pivotal to business success. Without it, you can’t provide the items your customers need, and you’ll probably go...