Inventory Management in Manufacturing: Tips and Techniques

The Bullwhip Effect – How Does It Affect Your Supply Chain and Profits?

It started as a study on baby diaper consumer demand variability by Procter & Gamble in the 1960s and was quickly adapted into a role-play simulation by the MIT Sloan School of Management called “The Beer Game.” But the bullwhip effect’s impact on manufacturers and supply chain management is anything but fun and games.

By Steve Maurer, IME 16 min read

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The Best Inventory Management Software Systems in 2026

Choosing the right inventory management system is vital for the success of any business that deals with physical merchandise. Here are the top systems for industries like manufacturing, distribution, retail and e-commerce, and hospitality.

By Madis Kuuse 14 min read

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11 Most Important Inventory Management KPIs in 2026

Any company with a physical inventory needs to ensure optimized stock levels and inventory movements. Tracking inventory management KPIs can go a long way in achieving these goals. In this post, we look at 11 of the most important inventory management KPIs and give tips on how to put them to use.

By Mattias Turovski 15 min read

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Decoupling Inventory: Protecting Orders With Strategic Supplies

Every manufacturer knows how quickly things can go sideways. A delayed shipment here, equipment trouble there, and suddenly your whole operation falls behind. Decoupling inventory takes a different approach. By placing buffer stock at key production points, manufacturers can absorb these shocks without losing their delivery commitments to meet demand.

By Steve Maurer, IME 15 min read

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Everyone Has a Role to Play with Inventory

Over the past few decades, business structures have shifted from siloed departments to integrated teams, where collaboration is key. This evolution is especially evident in inventory management, where nearly every department now plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth flow of goods and services.

By Tim Grant 10 min read

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First Expired, First Out: What Is FEFO and How Do You Manage It?

Every year, manufacturers lose millions to expired inventory that could have been prevented with better rotation practices. When products have expiration dates, the traditional “first in, first out” approach isn’t enough. You need a system that prioritizes shelf life over arrival order. That entails using the FEFO method of inventory management.

By Steve Maurer, IME 14 min read

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Multi-Location Inventory Management Guide for Growing Businesses

The complexity of inventory management multiplies with every new storage location you open. This guide will help you wrestle with multi-location inventory management – and come out on top.

By Madis Kuuse 7 min read

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Packaging Management: Workflows, Inventory, and Tools

Packaging is as much a part of production or shipping workflows as assembly, picking, or any other step in a product’s routing. Modern manufacturing software takes this into account, offering built-in functionalities that make packaging management a breeze.

By Mattias Turovski 13 min read

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Top Warehouse KPIs for Small Businesses – What To Track and Why?

Your shop floor and inventory management workflows might be spotless, but if your warehousing practices are poor, overall efficiency can still suffer. Luckily, tracking essential warehouse metrics provides insight into what’s holding you back and why.

By Mattias Turovski 16 min read

Inventory

The Bullwhip Effect – How Does It Affect Your Supply Chain and Profits?

The Best Inventory Management Software Systems in 2026

11 Most Important Inventory Management KPIs in 2026

Decoupling Inventory: Protecting Orders With Strategic Supplies

Everyone Has a Role to Play with Inventory

First Expired, First Out: What Is FEFO and How Do You Manage It?

Multi-Location Inventory Management Guide for Growing Businesses

Packaging Management: Workflows, Inventory, and Tools

Top Warehouse KPIs for Small Businesses – What To Track and Why?

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The Bullwhip Effect – How Does It Affect Your Supply Chain and Profits?

The Best Inventory Management Software Systems in 2026

11 Most Important Inventory Management KPIs in 2026

Decoupling Inventory: Protecting Orders With Strategic Supplies

Everyone Has a Role to Play with Inventory

First Expired, First Out: What Is FEFO and How Do You Manage It?

Multi-Location Inventory Management Guide for Growing Businesses

Packaging Management: Workflows, Inventory, and Tools

Top Warehouse KPIs for Small Businesses – What To Track and Why?

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