How to Predict Inventory Needs

how to predict inventory needs

One of the best questions you can ask as a retail store owner is “how to predict inventory needs?”, because your inventory is your biggest expense – and so learning to control it results in a huge return on your investment. That’s why I get so excited when I get a question like Elizabeth’s: I’m just getting started, but I’m … Read More

Is Your Inventory Count Off?

It is that time of  year…no, I’m not talking about the holidays!  If you are in retail, you know that ringing in the New Year also means it is physical inventory time. The number one thing to do before inventory starts is to talk to your staff about how important it is to get an accurate number.  Explain to them … Read More

Your Count will be OFF!

It is that time of year…..no, I’m not talking about the holidays! If you are in retail, you know that ringing in the New Year also means it is physical inventory time. The number one thing to do before inventory starts is to talk to your staff about how important it is to get an accurate number. Explain to them … Read More

One Easy Way To Get Credit Faster From A Vendor

At this time of year, you don’t want anything to get in the way of getting the inventory you need RIGHT NOW!  Whether your store or ecommerce website has been in business for five months or five years, when you ask a product vendor for payment terms, they will want to check your credit history. This practice is not only … Read More