15-step ecommerce inventory management

Learn new ways to improve your ecommerce inventory management with this checklist

1. Use data to plan ahead

2. Stay on top of stock supply
3. Consider storing inventory off-site
4. Allocate the best warehouse space to in-demand products
5. Plan to hire more staff during busy periods
6. Use online, real-time inventory software
7. Respond quickly when stock runs out
8. Add product handling and shipping costs to your inventory system
9. Do a weekly stock take
10. Review safety stock volumes
11. Use an inventory system tailored to your business
12. Keep company records accurate and up-to-date
13. Keep your customers informed
14. Be aware of trends and seasonal events
15. Consider selling your products through Amazons webstore

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