Inventory management can be a major headache for damage restoration companies, insurance companies, moving companies, storage companies, and more. And these days those headaches have not only become more common but they are reaching migraine proportions. And as small businesses grow and thrive, it’s no surprise that many companies that must inventory items and contents are switching to better inventory management systems. This is especially useful for those who need to move their inventory between multiple locations or offsite storage facilities. For those who have not yet made this switch, we’ll discuss some of the reasons why and how you might want to consider making the change.
As many damage restoration companies grow, they often find themselves dealing with more inventory than ever before. How do they scale up without breaking their business? Managing that inventory often becomes difficult for one person, and it can be especially difficult when they need to move or store their inventory in multiple locations. It can also be challenging for those who do not have the resources to handle the management of the inventory (i.e., staff). The switch to an inventory management and control system makes it easier to take manage these issues because the system does all the heavy lifting for you. Long gone are ineffective and cumbersome manual or outdated inventory management methods.
Advanced inventory management systems are designed to make managing your inventory much easier. Counting items by hand and tracking sales through manual systems wastes your time and costs you money. With inventory control systems in place, you’ll be able to reduce the amount of time you spend on these manual tasks and use that time for other more important priorities. Your people and processes will thank you.
What are some of the most common features you’ll see in inventory management software? It’s a long list that includes automatic data entry, better accuracy, and enhanced flexibility all combined with an intuitive and user-friendly interface. The company behind the software must also ensure ongoing updates and security investments in their product. Companies that invest in inventory management software should be able to expect better resource allocation, and access to all the data they need whenever and wherever they are. These days, seamless integration with other systems is a given.
Now, consider Assured Software for your inventory management solutions. Assured PackOut makes inventory management easy. Want to learn more? Sign up for a free demo today.
