The latest articles on DEV Community by Sarah Miller (@sarahmiller_tech). https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3936653%2F59d96e44-57b1-461a-be26-857af00822c7.jpeg https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech en Sarah Miller Sun, 17 May 2026 19:05:03 +0000 https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech/how-to-actually-keep-your-inventory-under-control-3n88 https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech/how-to-actually-keep-your-inventory-under-control-3n88 <p>Managing stock isn't just about counting boxes in a warehouse. Anyone who has run a retail setup or an online store knows how quickly things can get messy. One week you’re completely out of your best-selling item, and the next, you’re drowning in stock that just won't sell.<br> If you want to keep your business running smoothly without losing your sanity, here are a few practical ways to handle your inventory better:</p> <ol> <li>Group your products (ABC Rule) Not all items are created equal. Focus most of your energy on your high-value products that bring in the cash, and don't obsess too much over the cheap, slow-moving items. Categorizing them helps you know where to spend your time.</li> <li>Stop relying on basic spreadsheets Typing numbers into a manual sheet manually is a recipe for disaster. It takes one wrong keystroke to mess up your entire data. Moving to an automated tracking setup gives you real numbers in real-time.</li> <li>Set minimum stock limits Think of this as an alarm system. Decide on a safety number for each product. The moment your stock drops below that number, you know it’s time to reorder before you completely run out.</li> <li>Do a physical reality check Even if you use the best software in the world, things can go missing or get broken. Make it a habit to physically count your inventory every once in a while to ensure your system matches reality.</li> <li>Find a system that fits your workflow At the end of the day, manual tracking will only take you so far. If you are looking for a reliable, professional way to streamline your global tracking and supply chain, you can check out platforms like theinventorymaster.com to manage everything effortlessly.</li> </ol> marketing inventory logistics productivity Sarah Miller Sun, 17 May 2026 18:55:37 +0000 https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech/how-to-actually-keep-your-inventory-under-control-3h13 https://dev.to/sarahmiller_tech/how-to-actually-keep-your-inventory-under-control-3h13 <p>Managing stock isn't just about counting boxes in a warehouse. Anyone who has run a retail setup or an online store knows how quickly things can get messy. One week you’re completely out of your best-selling item, and the next, you’re drowning in stock that just won't sell.<br> If you want to keep your business running smoothly without losing your sanity, here are a few practical ways to handle your inventory better:</p> <ol> <li>Group your products (ABC Rule) Not all items are created equal. Focus most of your energy on your high-value products that bring in the cash, and don't obsess too much over the cheap, slow-moving items. Categorizing them helps you know where to spend your time.</li> <li>Stop relying on basic spreadsheets Typing numbers into a manual sheet manually is a recipe for disaster. It takes one wrong keystroke to mess up your entire data. Moving to an automated tracking setup gives you real numbers in real-time.</li> <li>Set minimum stock limits Think of this as an alarm system. Decide on a safety number for each product. The moment your stock drops below that number, you know it’s time to reorder before you completely run out.</li> <li>Do a physical reality check Even if you use the best software in the world, things can go missing or get broken. Make it a habit to physically count your inventory every once in a while to ensure your system matches reality.</li> <li>Find a system that fits your workflow At the end of the day, manual tracking will only take you so far. If you are looking for a reliable, professional way to streamline your global tracking and supply chain, you can check out platforms like theinventorymaster.com to manage everything effortlessly.</li> </ol> inventory logistics productivity marketing