Inventory Management Automation for Retail Chain
This retail chain faced significant inventory management challenges across their 50 locations. Manual Excel-based tracking led to frequent stockouts of popular items and excess inventory of slow-moving products, negatively impacting both customer satisfaction and cash flow.
Key Results
The Challenge
A retail chain was managing inventory across 50 locations using manual Excel processes, leading to stockouts and overstock situations.
Our Solution
We developed an automated Excel-based system that integrates with their POS system to track inventory levels and generate reorder recommendations.
Implementation Process
Analyzed existing inventory management processes and pain points
Developed automated data integration between POS systems and Excel
Created dynamic reorder point calculations based on sales velocity and seasonality
Built automated alert system for low inventory and overstock situations
Implemented centralized dashboard for regional managers
Trained store managers on new automated processes and reporting
"The automated inventory system has been incredible. We no longer have empty shelves or excessive backstock, and our cash flow has improved significantly."
Technologies Used
What's Next
The retail chain is exploring expansion of the automation framework to include supplier management and purchase order automation.