An inventory control system is a system the encompasses all aspects of managing a company’s inventories; purchasing, shipping, receiving, tracking, warehousing and storage, turnover, and reordering.

Accounting software for small manufacturing businesses should have advanced inventory management capabilities along with the ability to manage labor costs, production schedules, work orders and bill ...

Manufacturing production refers to methods used to manufacture and produce goods for sale. Read how efficient manufacturing production increases profits.

Jennifer Simonson is a business journalist with a decade of experience covering entrepreneurship and small business. Drawing on her background as a founder of multiple startups, she writes for Forbes ...

Inventory management is now considered a prime candidate for automation as manufacturers target opportunities to reduce costs, accelerate product delivery and make the most out of experienced talent.

As a manufacturer, you need to make what your customers want. The challenge is knowing exactly what they want, when they want it. In general, approaches to supply chain management in manufacturing ...

For manufacturers, the efficient handling and management of work- in-process (WIP) goods is critical for maintaining competitiveness and meeting customer demands. While enterprise resource planning ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...