### Contents - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) # Inventory Control Software Resources ##### Articles, Glossary Terms, Discussions, and Reports to expand your knowledge on Inventory Control Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [articles](#resources-articles) from our experts, [feature definitions](#resources-glossary_terms), [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you, and [reports](#resources-reports) from industry data. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Articles**](#resources-articles) - [**Glossary Terms**](#resources-glossary_terms) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) - [**Reports**](#resources-reports) ## Inventory Control Software Articles [![What is Inventory Optimization? Benefits and Proven Techniques](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Inventory%20optimization.png "What is Inventory Optimization? Benefits and Proven Techniques")](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-optimization) [ ### What is Inventory Optimization? Benefits and Proven Techniques ](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-optimization) Something’s lurking in the dark corner of your warehouse. It’s the deadstock. [ ![Harshita Tewari](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Harshita Tewari") HT ](https://learn.g2.com/author/harshita-tewari) by Harshita Tewari [![How to Improve Stock Control With a Barcode Inventory System](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/barcode%20inventory%20system.png "How to Improve Stock Control With a Barcode Inventory System")](https://www.g2.com/articles/barcode-inventory-system) [ ### How to Improve Stock Control With a Barcode Inventory System ](https://www.g2.com/articles/barcode-inventory-system) Do you like the “beep” noise your items make as they’re scanned at the grocery store? Then boy, do I have the inventory system for you. [ ![Alexandra Vazquez](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Alexandra Vazquez") AV ](https://learn.g2.com/author/alexandra-vazquez) by Alexandra Vazquez [![12 Best Free Inventory Management Software for 2024](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_FI552_Learn_Article_Images_%5BBest_Free_Inventory_Software%5D_V1a.png "12 Best Free Inventory Management Software for 2024")](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-management-software-free) [ ### 12 Best Free Inventory Management Software for 2024 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-management-software-free) Keeping track of what your business has to sell is important. You don't want to have too much or too little. [ ![Brynne Ramella](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Brynne Ramella") BR ](https://learn.g2.com/author/brynne-ramella) by Brynne Ramella [![The Benefits and Types of Manufacturing Inventory Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/manufacturing%20inventory%20management.png "The Benefits and Types of Manufacturing Inventory Management")](https://www.g2.com/articles/manufacturing-inventory-management) [ ### The Benefits and Types of Manufacturing Inventory Management ](https://www.g2.com/articles/manufacturing-inventory-management) Keeping track of all the goods in your inventory is easier said than done. [ ![Adithya Siva](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Adithya Siva") AS ](https://learn.g2.com/author/adithya-siva) by Adithya Siva [![How G2 Helps Supply Chain Vendors Seize Market Momentum](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/sailing%20ship.jpg "How G2 Helps Supply Chain Vendors Seize Market Momentum")](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-g2-helps-supply-chain-vendors-seize-market-momentum) [ ### How G2 Helps Supply Chain Vendors Seize Market Momentum ](https://www.g2.com/articles/how-g2-helps-supply-chain-vendors-seize-market-momentum) The COVID-19 pandemic permanently altered the fabric of society, and the supply chain is no exception. Throughout 2020 and 2021, inventory management tools dominated the industry to combat chronic stockouts due to surging demand and international discrepancies in COVID-19 safety protocols.  [ ![Anthony Orso](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anthony Orso") AO ](https://learn.g2.com/author/anthony-orso) by Anthony Orso [![Barriers Toward Adopting AI and Analytics in the Supply Chain](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/cargo%20ship%20on%20port.jpg "Barriers Toward Adopting AI and Analytics in the Supply Chain")](https://www.g2.com/articles/ai-and-analytics-in-the-supply-chain) [ ### Barriers Toward Adopting AI and Analytics in the Supply Chain ](https://www.g2.com/articles/ai-and-analytics-in-the-supply-chain) I recently attended the Tableau Conference, where I indulged my nerdiness for four days. As a self-described data science evangelist, I was thrilled to see autoML, natural language generation, and other advanced automation features be added to Tableau, one of the world’s leading data visualization and business intelligence platforms.  [ ![Anthony Orso](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anthony Orso") AO ](https://learn.g2.com/author/anthony-orso) by Anthony Orso [![Ukraine Crisis Poses a New Threat to the Global Supply Chain](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/containers%20on%20a%20dock.jpg "Ukraine Crisis Poses a New Threat to the Global Supply Chain")](https://www.g2.com/articles/ukraine-crisis-poses-a-new-threat-to-the-global-supply-chain) [ ### Ukraine Crisis Poses a New Threat to the Global Supply Chain ](https://www.g2.com/articles/ukraine-crisis-poses-a-new-threat-to-the-global-supply-chain) In G2’s 2022 Digital Trends, I discussed the difficulties facing the global supply chain and business strategies to overcome them. I identified international discrepancies in health regulations to fight the COVID-19 pandemic and geopolitical tensions as major obstacles toward achieving a stable supply chain and economy.  [ ![Anthony Orso](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Anthony Orso") AO ](https://learn.g2.com/author/anthony-orso) by Anthony Orso [![How to Calculate Inventory Turnover in 2019](https://learn.g2crowd.com/hubfs/aaron-mello-1073568-unsplash.jpg "How to Calculate Inventory Turnover in 2019")](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-turnover) [ ### How to Calculate Inventory Turnover in 2019 ](https://www.g2.com/articles/inventory-turnover) ERP systems provide many metrics to track inventory performance such as inventory turnover.  [ ![Gabriel Gheorghiu](/assets/transparent-ad5be28fbcd25b7b08d2cebe1d957125437fb5407d75ee717965ad22c8808791.gif "Gabriel Gheorghiu") GG ](https://learn.g2.com/author/gabriel-gheorghiu) by Gabriel Gheorghiu Show More ## Inventory Control Software Glossary Terms [![RFID](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI804_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BRFID%5D_V1a.png "RFID")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rfid-definition) [RFID](https://www.g2.com/glossary/rfid-definition) Radio frequency identification technology (RFID) tracks and identifies objects, animals, or people using electromagnetic fields. Learn more about types. by Sagar Joshi [![Warehouse Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI705_Glossary_Article_Images_%5Bwarehouse_management%5D_V1a.png "Warehouse Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/warehouse-management-definition) [Warehouse Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/warehouse-management-definition) Warehouse management facilitates the systems and activities that occur in a warehouse. Learn its essential functions, benefits, and best practices. by Kelly Fiorini [![Supply Chain Forecasting](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI626_Glossary_Article_Images-%5Bsupply_chain_forecasting%5D_V1b.png "Supply Chain Forecasting")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/supply-chain-forecasting-definition) [Supply Chain Forecasting](https://www.g2.com/glossary/supply-chain-forecasting-definition) Supply chain forecasting helps predict future demand for products or services within a specific supply chain network. Learn more about its benefits. by Sagar Joshi [![Inventory Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/FI.png "Inventory Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-management-definition) [Inventory Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-management-definition) Inventory management refers to the planning of a company’s inventory, from raw materials to finished products, with the help of advanced techniques. by Vibhooti Kayastha [![Last In, First Out (LIFO)](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI360_Glossary_Article_Images_%5BLIFO%5D_V1a.png "Last In, First Out (LIFO)")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/lifo-definition) [Last In, First Out (LIFO)](https://www.g2.com/glossary/lifo-definition) LIFO stands for Last In, First Out and is an inventory method where the last unit in is the first sold. Learn when to use it and how it differs from FIFO. by Mara Calvello [![Consumables](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/Consumables.png "Consumables")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/consumables-definition) [Consumables](https://www.g2.com/glossary/consumables-definition) Consumables are non-durable goods used quickly and replaced often. Learn their types, examples, accounting, and how they differ from durable goods. by Sudipto Paul [![Inventory Forecasting](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI112_Inventory_Forecasting_V1b.png "Inventory Forecasting")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-forecasting-definition) [Inventory Forecasting](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-forecasting-definition) Inventory forecasting is how companies calculate inventory needed to fill future orders. Learn about types of inventory forecasting, benefits, and more. by Martha Kendall Custard [![Inventory Tracking](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI052_Inventory_tracking_V1a.png "Inventory Tracking")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-tracking) [Inventory Tracking](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-tracking) Inventory tracking plays an essential role in the inventory management planning process. Learn more about inventory tracking, how it can benefit overall company organization, and how to implement it in a business structure using various techniques. by Alexandra Vazquez [![Materials Management](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI053_Materials_management_V1b.png "Materials Management")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/materials-management-definition) [Materials Management](https://www.g2.com/glossary/materials-management-definition) Materials management plays a valuable role in a company’s supply chain management process. Learn more about materials management, how it can benefit production flow, and how to implement it in an inventory structure. by Alexandra Vazquez [![Inventory Reporting](https://learn.g2.com/hubfs/G2CM_GI054_Inventory_reporting_V1a.png "Inventory Reporting")](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-reporting-definition) [Inventory Reporting](https://www.g2.com/glossary/inventory-reporting-definition) Inventory reporting plays a valuable role in the inventory control process. Learn more about inventory reporting, how it can benefit inventory management, and how to write reports to support a business structure. by Alexandra Vazquez ## Inventory Control Software Discussions 0 Question on: Xero [Is Xero easy to use?](/discussions/is-xero-easy-to-use) Is Xero easy to use? Yes, it is easy to use. Answered: Rishab Jain on February 8, 2024 Yes, Xero is easy to use with a simple design, but it might take a bit of time to learn if you're new to accounting software. Answered: Preeti Katke on December 4, 2024 Yes of course Answered: Brazil Singh on June 2, 2026 [See more answers (2)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/is-xero-easy-to-use/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: HandiFox [Does HandiFox require constant internet connection to work?](/discussions/does-handifox-require-constant-internet-connection-to-work) or is it wireless independent? Hello guys! It's Ruslan at HandIFox. Our system does NOT require constant internet connection, so you can with it in the offline mode. Feel free to reach out to me at ruslan.belov@handifox.com Answered: Kate Nikiforova on October 8, 2020 No Answered: Charlie Bautista on September 2, 2022 No, it doesn’t. HandiFox requires Internet connection only for syncing which is sending data over to QuickBook. Answered: Ekaterina Nakhina on November 30, 2016 [See more answers (2)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/does-handifox-require-constant-internet-connection-to-work/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: HandiFox [Where can I buy devices to use with HandiFox?](/discussions/where-can-i-buy-devices-to-use-with-handifox) Do you provide mobile devices? Hello, there! It's Ruslan at HandIFox. Our system can work with on any Android or iOS devices. If you are looking for something more specific and would like to get more info - feel free to contact me at ruslan.belov@handifox.com Answered: Kate Nikiforova on October 8, 2020 We are not a hardware provider. You can use your Android tablet or smartphone unless you want to use a rugged device compatible with HandiFox – we’ll tell where you can get one. Answered: Ekaterina Nakhina on November 30, 2016 [See more answers (1)](javascript:void(0);) [Your answer](/discussions/where-can-i-buy-devices-to-use-with-handifox/comments/new?remote=true) - ‹ Prev‹ Prev - 1 - [2](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=2) - [3](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=3) - [4](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=4) - [5](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=5) - … - [41](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=41) - [42](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=42) - [Next ›Next ›](/categories/inventory-control/resources?discussions_page=2) ## Inventory Control Software Reports Mid-Market Grid® Report for Inventory Control Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Inventory Control Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Inventory Control Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Inventory Control Summer 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Inventory Control Summer 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Enterprise Grid® Report for Inventory Control Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Small-Business Grid® Report for Inventory Control Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Mid-Market Grid® Report for Inventory Control Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Grid® Report for Inventory Control Spring 2026 G2 Report: Grid® Report Momentum Grid® Report for Inventory Control Spring 2026 G2 Report: Momentum Grid® Report