Inventory as both a tangible and an intangible object -- Inventory as money -- Physical location and control of inventory -- Automatic identification -- Planning and replenishment concepts -- Why inventory systems fail and how to fix them -- Basics of supply chain risk management

Provides an in-depth introduction to core inventory concepts from a financial, physical and operational perspective. Describes stock-keeping fundamentals such as automated inventory identification systems, methods for analysing problems and waste management. Features basic problem solving techniques and practical strategies