We are happy to announce support for the AML LDX10 Mobile Handheld for taking physical inventories. We are impressed with this integrated design based on Windows® Embedded 6.0 with a rugged case, built in touch screen, tactile keyboard and built-in scanner. But it’s best feature is the ability to load a validation file of all […]
Save re-marking time with these attention getting sale tags.
When marking down merchandise, these colorful tags will save the store time and help customers easily identify sale merchandise. This capability has been in Merchant Plus! for years, but we have finally found a reasonably priced supplier for readable color tags – we’ve also called “addendum” tags because they are designed to be added to […]
Procedures for an Effective Physical Inventory
The most important element to a successful and accurate physical inventory is proper planning and preparation. Written procedures that are understood by all involved is a good first step that will help to assure a well controlled and disciplined count and allow you to focus on an accurate count which will be more efficient and […]
Cycle Counts vs. Complete Physical Inventories
Proper accounting procedures and Federal Income Tax Regulations require that all inventory items are counted at least on an annual basis. While most retailers count their inventory at the end of their fiscal or accounting year (usually at the end of January or July), this is not required and may not be practical, especially if […]
The Importance of Physical Inventories
One of the least enjoyable aspects of retailing is performing physical inventories. It is a laborious and tedious task that requires extra hours when you and your staff are most tired and irritable. Frankly, it’s about as much fun as brushing your teeth with battery acid! While this overstates the obvious, what isn’t always obvious […]
