Compare opening stock, purchases, sales, transfers, returns, and closing stock. Investigate the difference instead of treating it as an unavoidable cost. Check high-value items more frequently and keep restricted products in a controlled area.
Look for patterns by product, shift, location, and time. A sudden loss may indicate an isolated error, while a steady loss points to a weak process. Improve receiving, counting, staff access, and documentation based on the evidence.
KobStore can improve product visibility and order organisation for a Kenyan retailer, but the seller must connect online sales to physical stock controls. Clear accountability protects both cash and inventory.
