Why Retailers Should Let In-House Staff Handle Inventory Events

It’s no secret that retail inventories are larger and more complex than ever before. Nowhere is this more evident than during inventory events—especially when third-party labour providers are involved. This “traditional” approach is rapidly falling out of favour with retailers, who are finding it costly, inefficient, disruptive, and imprecise in managing increasingly complex stock. Consequently, one of the hottest topics in retail discussions today is: “How can I better control inventory events to maximise efficiency?”

A proven methodology is emerging as a leading solution. Self-directed inventory solutions are gaining popularity among retailers, as they eliminate the need for expensive external labour by equipping internal teams with mobile scanning devices. These solutions provide a streamlined workflow that allows inventory events to be executed with greater ease, efficiency, and accuracy.

This paper will explore the key advantages of self-directed inventory solutions compared with their labour-intensive counterparts.