InventoryManufacturing TipsSupply Chain What is Traceability and How to Achieve It? Traceability is the ability to track a product or item throughout its entire supply chain, from its origin to the end consumer. Traceability enhances product safety and consumer trust by enabling companies to identify contamination or defect sources, perform targeted interventions and efficient product recalls, and increase transparency regarding the origins and handling of products. By Madis Kuuse 12 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips How to Use Inventory Tags and Labels to Organize Inventory? Tagging and labeling inventory items can bring substantial benefits to your business. From increased stockroom control to better supply chain traceability, this post explores how inventory tags and labels can help further efficiency. By Madis Kuuse 10 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips Inventory Optimization Methods and Techniques Inventory optimization is the act of balancing inventory costs, service levels, and the complexity of inventory management. While there is no single magical solution for keeping your stock optimized, different methods and techniques are brought together in ERP/MRP systems. By Madis Kuuse 7 min read
Choosing a SoftwareInventoryManufacturing Tips WooCommerce Inventory Management Basics for SMEs While e-commerce is growing at a break-neck pace, companies are looking for better inventory management solutions than what e-commerce platforms are offering in their basic packages. WooCommerce is one platform that is continuously expanding its selection of third-party extensions. By Madis Kuuse 8 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips Stocktake – A Practical Guide to Inventory Counts A stocktake is the act of counting and recording the quantities of goods in stock to compare the results with available inventory data and find discrepancies. It is a crucial part of any business that holds inventory and that is why the process of performing a stocktake needs to be rigorously organized. By Madis Kuuse 10 min read
Choosing a SoftwareManufacturing Tips What Is Lot Tracking and How to Use It? Lot tracking, also known as batch tracking, is an important process for ensuring quality, most commonly for traceability and recall purposes. It is a crucial part of doing business in highly regulated industries, but it has its advantages regardless of the product. By Madis Kuuse 8 min read
InventoryManufacturing TipsSupply Chain Inventory Tracking – An Essential Guide For SMEs Inventory tracking means monitoring stock movements to increase visibility in the company’s supply chain. This added transparency helps businesses improve their ordering and overall inventory management practices, ensure traceability, and make sure that goods reach the production floor and the customer at the right time. By Karl Heinrich Lauri 9 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips What Is Dead Stock and How to Avoid It? Dead stock consists of inventory items that your business cannot use according to their original purpose. There are many different types of dead stock and various ways to either eliminate it or avoid it in the first place. By Madis Kuuse 10 min read
InventoryManufacturing Tips QR Codes vs. Barcodes in Inventory Tracking The simple, one-dimensional barcode has proven a reliable tool in helping to organize inventories for decades. Thanks to key advantages, however, QR codes are becoming the new industry standard in inventory tracking. By Madis Kuuse 7 min read