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How do you know how much #inventory to order for your business? The answer comes down to what inventory control model you use. Read on to learn about the 3 most common inventory control models and which one makes sense for your business. sortly.com/blog/what-are-…

Having a physical asset system is essential. After all, you need to know where your business’s high-value assets are, what condition they’re in, and when they need maintenance. #assettracking #inventorymanagement sortly.com/blog/physical-…

If you’re still using a manual inventory system such as a spreadsheet, it may be time to upgrade. Automated #inventory solutions enable you to track & update your inventory in real-time, making them perfect for growing businesses. #inventorycontrol sortly.com/blog/manual-vs…

The 80/20 inventory rule states that 80% of your profits should come from 20% of your inventory. Identifying the most profitable items can help you better manage your inventory—and better run your business. Learn more: sortly.com/blog/what-is-t… #inventory #inventorymanagement

Are you looking to grow your wholesale customer base? These 6 strategies can help you get more wholesale customers. Read on to learn which ones may be right for your business. sortly.com/blog/how-to-ge…

If your business tracks assets (ex: equipment, vehicles, machinery) you may need to tag your assets in order to track critical details. Asset tagging is much easier than you think, and inventory apps like Sortly can make it even easier. Read more: sortly.com/blog/what-is-a…

A purchase order is an official document that a buyer submits to a seller, vendor, or service provider that allows them to review the entirety of the buyer’s order. Read on to learn about purchase orders & how to create one for your small business: sortly.com/blog/smb-guide…

Supplier relationship management (or SRM) is a strategy to ensure businesses’ relationships with suppliers are as optimized as possible. This guide covers the benefits of good #SRM , including a more profitable, reliable, and stable business model. sortly.com/blog/what-is-s…

If you run a small business, you’re probably sending and receiving a lot of invoices this time of year. Here’s a handy guide to popular invoice payment terms. What #inventorymanagement #assettracking #smallbusinessowners

The beginning of the year is a great time to think about upgrading your IT asset management strategy. Here’s why and how you can prioritize it this year: sortly.com/blog/10-reason… #inventorymanagement #assettracking

Want to find out whether your business is financially healthy? Start with your balance sheet. #inventory #inventorymanagement sortly.com/blog/inventory…

It's that time of the year again! Year-end inventory counts help you calculate the available inventory value your business has on hand at EOY. Here's what you should know about year-end inventory counts and how to use them to predict next year’s demand. sortly.com/blog/year-end-…

How you work with suppliers has a huge impact on your small business’s operations and performance. This article covers how to find suppliers and what to ask suppliers before you bring them on board. #smallbusinessowners #supplychainmanagement sortly.com/blog/how-to-fi…

If your company manufactures products, you may include a Bill of Materials with your finished goods. Read on to learn about what a BOM is, why it impacts your business’s bottom line, and how to create a better BOM with inventory management software. sortly.com/blog/what-is-b…

Did you know there are 8 types of manufacturing waste? These types of waste can impact your profit, the environment, and your company’s overall health. Here are 7 simple tips that can help you reduce your company’s waste. sortly.com/blog/how-to-re…

SKUs are an easy, information-rich way to organize your inventory. Whether you’re considering a SKU system for your business or want to improve your current SKU strategy, these best practices can help you get the most out of SKUs. sortly.com/blog/sku-manag…

Knowing your beginning inventory is essential to assess your small business’s financial health, support accounting processes, and even prepare tax documents. Read on to learn how to calculate beginning inventory with one simple formula. sortly.com/blog/calculati…

Supply chain disruptions posed significant challenges to small businesses this year. But behind these issues are lessons that can help small business owners evolve their supply chain strategy. Here are a few learnings to take forward into 2022 and beyond. sortly.com/blog/supply-ch…

Shortages and stockouts can cause major headaches for small business owners — especially when supply chains are already strained. Learn more about what causes these issues and how to protect your small business from inventory shortages. sortly.com/blog/what-is-a…

When you're in the business of fixing cars, time is money. Why are you and your team spending hours a day trying to track down the right parts? Learn how an intuitive and affordable inventory app can make your auto shop more productive and profitable. sortly.com/blog/auto-part…