Manufacturing & trading

Inventory and costs: where should you start?

Simple steps can make stock figures easier to understand.

Track movements

Record goods or materials in and out with dates, quantities and supporting documents. Separate purchases, returns and damaged stock.

Review how cost is calculated

The cost of a product may include different components depending on the business. Agree a clear, consistent method with your accountant and review changes before applying them.

Compare records with reality

Regular stock counts help identify differences and their causes. Use the findings to improve purchasing, pricing and controls.

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