An empty shelf is a lost sale, and an overflowing warehouse is wasted capital. The key to balancing this is data integrity, and it starts with you. This beginner-level course provides the essential skills to maintain accurate stock records, which are the bedrock of any modern, automated inventory system. In this course, you will move from theory to hands-on capability, ensuring your company can meet demand without unnecessary costs.

Inventory: Track Stock, Trigger Orders

Inventory: Track Stock, Trigger Orders
This course is part of Supplier Performance & Risk Management Specialization

Instructor: LearningMate
Access provided by ExxonMobil
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Perform accurate inventory counts, document discrepancies, and explain how data integrity enables automated reorder point systems.
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module focuses entirely on the foundational skill of inventory control: performing an accurate physical count. Learners will master the step-by-step process of locating an item, counting it, and comparing that physical quantity to system records to identify any variance.
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Building on the skill of counting, this module focuses on the critical next step: accurately documenting discrepancies and explaining why this action is essential for the health of the entire inventory system.
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This final module elevates the learner's understanding to a strategic level. It focuses on defining the "minimum stock level" (or reorder point) and articulating its primary business goal: ensuring a continuous supply of product while minimizing costs.
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