Posts about inventory
How Do I Stop Shoplifting in My Store?
The number one way to stop shoplifting is to look people in the eyes. Shoplifters want to be invisible. A store where ev...
Should You Sell From Behind a Counter?
No, not once the selling starts. The counter protects inventory; it does not sell it. Stores that let the case run the c...
What Is Open to Buy and How Do You Calculate It?
Open to buy is the dollar amount you can spend on new merchandise without overstocking. The formula: planned sales + pla...
Why and How To Do A Physical Inventory On A Shoestring Budget
Updated March 13, 2026 A physical inventory is a full count of every unit of stock in your store, reconciled against you...
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