The pandemic stressed the need for fleet managers to balance adequate stock with avoiding excess inventory. Ongoing issues like volatility and rising tariffs require fleet managers to stay informed on ...

For the small independent retailer, successfully managing inventory is one of the biggest keys to running a profitable and sustainable business. Unlike big-box stores, we often don’t have the cash ...

In machine shops, the “parts” — i.e., the raw materials, MRO supplies and equipment, works-in-progress, and the finished goods — are vital role in the success of the business. Without effective ...

Fleets are shifting from just-in-time to just-in-case inventory models to strengthen supply chain resilience. Data-driven tools and predictive maintenance help fleets cut downtime and control rising ...

This is Part 1 of the Retail TouchPoints “Inventory Strategies Report,” a two-part feature highlighting best practices and technologies that help retailers improve their inventory management processes ...

In a time of extreme unpredictability, companies need to centralize inventory control. It’s imperative to drive agile decision-making by consolidating data across the network, employing advanced ...

The historical pursuit of creating intelligent machines has culminated in the modern era of artificial intelligence. However, the efficacy of AI applications is contingent upon a nuanced understanding ...

After several tumultuous years of pandemic-driven supply chain disruptions, many businesses report that the tide is beginning to turn. Although significant uncertainty remains, price increases have ...

Compare the best inventory management software in 2026. See features, pricing, ROI models, and trends to find the right fit for your business.

What Is Enterprise Inventory Management? At the enterprise level, inventory management is the process of overseeing a company’s inventory levels. This includes ordering, storing, using and selling ...

Getting inventories right is hard—but why? In this age of advanced technology, ERP systems, and AI, one would expect companies to leverage these tools as a competitive advantage or, at the very least, ...

Ben Ames has spent 30 years as a journalist since starting out as a reporter for daily newspapers in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts. He has focused on business and technology reporting since 1999 for ...