{"id":30237,"date":"2024-06-28T07:40:33","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T06:40:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/?p=30237"},"modified":"2026-01-27T05:40:45","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T05:40:45","slug":"inventory-management-software-development-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/inventory-management-software-development-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Inventory Management Software: Development Process &#038; Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you are running a company, inventory management software development is a must!<\/p>\n<p>Yeah, we know, we know, every warehouse or manufacturing unit has its own methods. Some are doing it on paper and others, NOT AT ALL.<\/p>\n<p>But this is the 21<sup>st<\/sup> century and supply chain management is one of the key focuses of <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Fourth_Industrial_Revolution\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Industry 4.0<\/a>. The world\u2019s biggest organizations across the world are handling their smarts with inventory management systems, with the likes of Amazon, FedEx, and Alibaba being at the forefront of it.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking of which, inventory management systems have become a must ever since the supply chain shifted following the pandemic. If you are new to the whole concept, and considering integrating inventory management software into your warehouse or factory, this inventory management system development guide is for you.<\/p>\n<p>In our guide to inventory management systems, we shall be discussing everything you need to know about inventory management software and everything else related to the same. By the end, you will have all the information you need.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inventory-Management-Software-and-Market-Insights\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: Poppins, sans-serif; font-size: 36px; font-weight: 600;\">Inventory Management Software and Market Insights<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20943 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-Software-Market-Insights.webp\" alt=\"Inventory Management Software, Market Insights\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s start our guide with a dive into the industrial insights of the inventory management software market.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So, here we go:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-US-Retail-Operation-Accuracy-At-63\"><\/span>\u25ba US Retail Operation Accuracy At 63%<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The United States of America is an industrial heaven and houses some of the largest retail markets in the world.<\/p>\n<p>While the manufacturing and selling side is booming and growing faster than ever, we can\u2019t say the same about inventory management.<\/p>\n<p>Several reports show, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prnewswire.com\/news-releases\/gs1-us-survey-shows-manufacturers-and-retailers-embrace-rfid-to-enhance-inventory-visibility-300052870.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">average inventory accuracy of U.S. retail operations is around 63%.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This might not seem like a bad number, but in a business scenario where unmanaged inventory can mean loss of a customer or loss of business, this is huge. Not to mention the bad consumer experience it creates.<\/p>\n<p>All in all, there is a clear gap that can use some improvement and order in chaos. This is where the inventory management system can shine.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-43-of-Small-Businesses-Aren%E2%80%99t-Tracking-Inventory\"><\/span>\u25ba 43% of Small Businesses Aren\u2019t Tracking Inventory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you are a business owner, you know the secret to success is planning and execution.<\/p>\n<p>However, the reality is quite different. Many reports and surveys show us that more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zippia.com\/advice\/supply-chain-statistics\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">43% of small businesses<\/a> in the market are not tracking their inventory, still putting their faith in the old pen-and-paper method.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, the other 21% of businesses claim they don\u2019t have any stock at all. These are some criteria your business will do well to avoid falling in.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Inventory-Management-Helps-Reduce-Cost-by-10\"><\/span>\u25ba Inventory Management Helps Reduce Cost by 10%<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Barely into the inventory management software development guide, we already have the positive impact inventory management softwares are making in the market.<\/p>\n<p>One of the largest issues in the inventory field is the issue of overstocking and understocking. The reason behind them usually is the poor planning and lack of management, as companies don\u2019t even know what they need.<\/p>\n<p>However, when you fix these two issues with the help of general or industrial inventory management software, what we get is a significant\u00a010% reduction in inventory costs.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-More-Than-70-Warehouses-Plan-To-Use-Mobile-Inventory-Management-Solution\"><\/span>\u25ba More Than 70% Warehouses Plan To Use Mobile Inventory Management Solution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It goes without saying that one of the biggest targets of Industry 4.0 is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/warehouse-management-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">warehouse management<\/a> and supply chain optimization.<\/p>\n<p>A trusted source, ValuTrack, says that around 73% of warehouses are planning to use mobile inventory management solutions.<\/p>\n<p>It goes without saying combining mobile solutions in addition to inventory management software development reaps many benefits, as the majority of the workforce are already familiar with mobile interfaces.<\/p>\n<p>It also makes it a lot easier to handle devices in high-risk workplaces.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Companies-Are-Investing-in-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>\u25ba Companies Are Investing in Inventory Management Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is no secret that inventory management software is the natural next step in the overall growth of the industry.<\/p>\n<p>As a result of this common urge to innovate, we have seen a great shift in companies moving towards inventory management software solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Consequently, inventory management software market spending will also increase in the U.S.A. by around 8.3% between 2022 and 2028, says <a href=\"https:\/\/www.futuremarketinsights.com\/reports\/inventory-management-software-market\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">futuremarketinsights<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>These are some of the key statistics that show booming growth in the inventory management software market. And with this out of the way, let\u2019s go through the overview of this core concept.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Is-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>What Is Inventory Management Software?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20944 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/What-Is-Inventory-Management-Software.webp\" alt=\"What Is Inventory Management Software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Before diving into more technical aspects of concept, let\u2019s first understand what inventory management systems are.<\/p>\n<p>The term \u201cinventory management software\u201d refers to a system that helps in the management and automation of inventory. The capabilities of an inventory management software system include tracking inventory, procurement, updating accounting data, synchronization across different locations, and much more.<\/p>\n<p>Here, inventory can be anything ranging from assets to finished goods or even raw materials.<\/p>\n<p>Also known as inventory management software, these software are quite beneficial, thus, used across different industries. This includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Warehouses<\/li>\n<li>Supply Chain Management<\/li>\n<li>Manufacturing Units<\/li>\n<li>eCommerce Companies<\/li>\n<li>Retail Stores<\/li>\n<li>Investment companies<\/li>\n<li>Wholesalers &amp; Distributors<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And so on.<\/p>\n<p>This system makes inventory management much easier as compared to the traditional pen &amp; paper method. Consequently, it saves a lot of time, effort, and less chances of human error.<\/p>\n<p>We will be going through the entire development process later down the line. Meanwhile, let\u2019s go through the different types of learning management systems.<\/p>\n<p>As we dive into the development process of inventory management software, it&#8217;s crucial to consider seamless data visualization and reporting solutions. For businesses using Angular frameworks, integrating an <a href=\"https:\/\/developer.mescius.com\/activereportsjs\/angular-reporting-tool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Angular report generation tool<\/a> can significantly enhance your application&#8217;s functionality by providing interactive reports and dynamic data representation. Learn more about how you can implement this in web apps.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types-of-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>Types of Inventory Management Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20945 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Types-Of-Inventory-Management-Software.webp\" alt=\"Types Of Inventory Management Software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Inventory is a term and concept that is used in a range of different industries.<\/p>\n<p>Consequently, there are one-store retail stores that are using inventory management solutions as well as multinational multi-billion dollar manufacturing and\/or supply chain companies.<\/p>\n<p>However, there is a huge difference in the needs of both users. This is what gives us types of inventory management software based on use.<\/p>\n<p><strong>As such, the solution can be divided into two types. These are, as mentioned below:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Type-1-General-Inventory-Management-Software-Solutions\"><\/span>Type 1: General Inventory Management Software Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s start with \u201cgeneral\u201d inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>The term \u201cgeneral\u201d refers to the commonly used inventory management solution which doesn\u2019t require any special functionality.<\/p>\n<p>However, depending on the organization, general inventory management can be divided into different types.<\/p>\n<p>These are, as mentioned below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Basic Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As the name suggests, these are the basic inventory management solutions that fulfill the need for simple inventory tracking. These are perfect fit for small businesses that are rising in numbers these days.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>\u00a0Retail Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Retail inventory software is designed with retail businesses in mind. Since the majority of retail stores sell stuff to walk in customer, this inventory management software is integrated with point-of-sale (POS) capabilities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>\u00a0Wholesale and Distribution Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Moving a step above retail stores, we have wholesalers and distributors. Now, when compared to retail stores, this segment is handling way more stuff, covering multiple warehouses. And consequently, they need much more capacity. This is where wholesale &amp; distribution software comes in as a type of Inventory Management Software.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we are done with the general types of inventory management systems, let\u2019s move to industrial inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20965 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Can-Your-Business-Use-Inventory-Management-Software.webp\" alt=\"Inventory Management Software CTA\" width=\"933\" height=\"350\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Type-2-Industrial-Inventory-Management-Software-Solutions\"><\/span>Type 2: Industrial Inventory Management Software Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s understand industrial inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>As the trends of adding \u201cindustrial\u201d in front of concepts go, here, it refers to solutions that are made at industrial standards.<\/p>\n<p>These standards are usually much larger, requiring higher quality and accuracy. After all, these types of inventory management software are used by companies like Amazon, Walmart, FedEx, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Now, there are so many different industries with all of them having unique needs. This gives us a range of different types of inventory management system development.<\/p>\n<p>Take a look at them below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Manufacturing Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The name says it all. This form of industrial inventory management software is designed for factories and manufacturing facilities. Therefore, this software also offers support for BOM and work-in-progress tracking.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Multi-Channel Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Moving from manufacturing to selling, we have multi-channel inventory software. Larger retail companies aren&#8217;t just on one channel. Rather, they are generating revenue from lots of different sources. To keep all of them tracked and in check, we have multi-channel inventory software.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Asset Tracking Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Big companies handle big assets. Talk of hedge funds, real estate companies, and so on. And to keep track of these big numbers, what is better than inventory management software? This is quite similar to <strong>custom CRM development <\/strong>needs in these industries.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Specialized Industry Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are some super-specific industries that also have equally specific needs, for example healthcare tech companies, food, or pharmaceutical firms. To accommodate their needs, we go for this form of inventory management system development.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Type-3-Other-Common-Types-of-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>Type 3: Other Common Types of Inventory Management Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Above we discussed two major inventory management software types. However, there are some inventory management software solutions that don\u2019t fall into either of those categories. Let\u2019s have a look at them, here:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Mobile Inventory Apps<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>So, how are mobile inventory apps different from your usual inventory management solution? Well, the answer is it isn\u2019t. Rather, this is what you get when you combine <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/services\/mobile-app-development\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>mobile app development<\/strong><\/a> with inventory management software. These apps work as an extension of existing inventory software.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>AI-Driven Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Well, well, we all knew AI was going to appear sooner or later. So, what happens when you embed <strong>AI and ML technologies<\/strong> into inventory systems? The answer is, you get modern inventory management software with forecasting and prediction capacities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Cloud-Based Inventory Software<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now we are moving from scale to technology in terms of criteria. Cloud-based inventory software is a good example of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/services\/software-development\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SaaS software development<\/strong><\/a> integration in the supply chain, which by the way is a mega trend in Industry 4.0.<\/p>\n<p>These are the different types of inventory software. With this out of the way, it\u2019s time to understand the inventory management system workflow.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-Does-Inventory-Management-Software-Work\"><\/span>How Does Inventory Management Software Work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20946 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/How-does-inventory-management-software-work_-IMS-Workflow.webp\" alt=\"How does inventory management software work_ IMS Workflow\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Now that we know what inventory management software is and their different types, it\u2019s time to ask an important question:<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u201cHow Does Inventory Management Software Work?\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now, this can be a little more complex than you might have imagined at first but bear with us. In this section of our guide to the inventory management system, we shall be going through a detailed inventory management software workflow.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Therefore, with this being said, let\u2019s get right into it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Setting-Up-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>1. Setting Up Inventory Management Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The very first step is setting up an inventory system and integrating it with the company\u2019s IT infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>In layman\u2019s terms, this is where we install the inventory management software on the network or computer, whatever model the company is working on.<\/p>\n<p>Following this, the team also has to set up specific user accounts, setting control access in the said hierarchy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Inventory-Data-Feeding\"><\/span>2. Inventory Data Feeding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now that we are done with the inventory system setup, it\u2019s time to feed the data.<\/p>\n<p>Assuming that you already have an inventory in your warehouse or shelf, we have to feed data to the software.<\/p>\n<p>Inventory data includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Product Names<\/li>\n<li>Descriptions<\/li>\n<li>SKU (Stock Keeping Unit) Numbers<\/li>\n<li>Supplier Information<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Location<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And so on.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Barcode Scanning (if applicable)<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This step is only applicable if your businesses manage inventory via barcodes, which is quite common practice today.<\/p>\n<p>Barcode scanner devices directly connect with inventory management software systems on the company network and update data when an item is scanned. However, the business has to set barcode product details to the software beforehand.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Incoming-Inventory\"><\/span>3. Incoming Inventory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With the basic setup done, it\u2019s time to move forward to more advanced and ongoing processes. The first one is, accounting for incoming inventory.<\/p>\n<p>Every business that deals in inventory will receive new articles at regular intervals of time. Though it is also based on demand and need.<\/p>\n<p>In any case, when the businesses receive the new inventory, it has to be updated on the inventory management software. Also, it helps verify whether the received amount matches the purchase order.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-OrderSale-Management\"><\/span>4. Order\/Sale Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Order management or sales management comes into action when a customer places an order. Now, depending on the nature of the business, it can be small orders or entire containers.<\/p>\n<p>In any case, in this instance, the concerned team or person will create a sales order in the software. This is something that can be automated using AI and ML technologies, saving a lot of time and also reducing the chance of human error.<\/p>\n<p>Once the data is fed to the system, inventory management software will deduct it from available stock. If the business is dealing with multiple locations and has shared inventory, the information will be updated across the system.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Inventory-Tracking\"><\/span>5. Inventory Tracking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is not a step, but rather a process that goes on for the entire duration. What happens here is that the business has to continuously monitor inventory levels. This is done to ensure that the information we are dealing with is accurate.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, top inventory management software has a feature that sends notifications or alerts when you are running low on specific items.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Report-Generation\"><\/span>6. Report Generation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/agile-methodology-approaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Agile methodology<\/a> teaches us, it is that reporting is important to keep a streamlined process going smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>So, here, we generate a report via the inventory management system. Through the thorough analysis of this report, we can figure out sales trends, stock levels, and valuation reports. Or more modern software already provides a well-documented report with all the information.<\/p>\n<p>In either case, the data can be used for important decisions like ordering quantity and restocking, bringing us to our next step.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Set-Reorder-Point-Settings\"><\/span>7. Set Reorder Point Settings<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Using the information we gathered in the last step helps businesses set a reorder point.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What are reorder points? \u2013 Reorder points in the context of inventory management refers to the levels at which new purchase orders for certain items will be dispatched to bring inventory back to the desired level.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It goes without saying that setting reorder points is super important if a business wants to maintain inventory and don\u2019t fall in 63% of businesses who don\u2019t keep a record of their inventory or worse 21% who have no stock at all.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Procurement\"><\/span>8. Procurement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When you reach the set \u201creorder point\u201d it\u2019s time to go for \u201cprocurement\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for inventory management software, you already know what this term means, but for those who don\u2019t know: it refers to buying goods or items. A reliable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ivalua.com\/technology\/procurement-platform\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">procurement platform<\/a> can streamline this process efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>Coming back, the business will create a purchase order for the concerned items when they reach the reorder point. The order should include supplier information, quantities, and expected delivery dates.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-Supplier-Management\"><\/span>9. Supplier Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While some businesses are suppliers themselves or get their items from just one supplier, there are others who have to work with a dozen.<\/p>\n<p>In either case, supplier management is very important, making it a core feature of inventory management solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Here, the business has to maintain information such as contact details and pricing agreements. In addition to this, the inventory software enables supplier performance tracking.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-Stock-Valuation\"><\/span>10. Stock Valuation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s amazing inventory management system functionality: <strong>stock valuation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The software helps the team calculate the total value of inventory. The factors considered here are goods\u2019 cost and quantities at hand.<\/p>\n<p>The information discussed here is very information for business, since we are talking about money. In addition to this, it also helps with financial reporting and tax calculations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-Stock-Adjustment\"><\/span>11. Stock Adjustment<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Nothing is pinpoint accurate and when you are in a retail or manufacturing business, few stolen, damaged, or lost goods are to be expected.<\/p>\n<p>Based on this information, we need to make stock adjustments. In addition to the adjustment quantity and items, it\u2019s also advised to document the reason.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12-Integration-with-Sales-and-Accounting-Solutions\"><\/span>12. Integration with Sales and Accounting Solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So, this is something that may or may not be applicable to you based on the nature and size of your business.<\/p>\n<p>What we are talking about is, integrating inventory management software with accounting and sales systems. This also enables seamless internal data exchange and financial reporting, as well as cost tracking.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13-Inventory-Auditing\"><\/span>13. Inventory Auditing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The software is accurate, but nothing is foolproof. That\u2019s why it\u2019s advised to conduct periodic physical inventory audits.<\/p>\n<p>This helps businesses make sure their software is working fine, ensuring quantities in their software and actual stock match up. If there are any discrepancies, they will be identified and resolved.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14-Training\"><\/span>14. Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Staff training is an important part of keeping the team updated with how the software works. This is especially important when the business is switching from manual processes to inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>Here, you have to train them how to use inventory software effectively. This might be a little time-consuming, but it pays off in the longer term.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15-Maintenance-and-Updates\"><\/span>15. Maintenance and Updates<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Maintenance and updates of the software are important for various reasons. For one, as the business grows, its requirements also change. It is dealt with by introducing new features and additional functionality.<br \/>\nIn addition to this, it is also done to correct errors in the software, make it more compliable, and suitable for business needs.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits-of-Inventory-Management-Software-Development\"><\/span>Benefits of Inventory Management Software Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20947 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Why-Do-You-Invest-In-IMS-Development_-Benefits-of-Inventory-Management-Software.webp\" alt=\"Why Do You Invest In IMS Development_ Benefits of Inventory Management Software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Is inventory management software development worth it? Should you hire dedicated developers and create inventory management software for your business? Can\u2019t you do it without inventory systems?<\/p>\n<p>These are just some of the questions people ask when considering this solution. And yes, you should have one. As for the reasons, we shall be discussing plenty of them.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, here are some reasons to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/hire-developers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>hire dedicated developers<\/strong><\/a> today and build your own inventory management software.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Optimized-Centralized-Synchronized-Inventory\"><\/span>\u2666 Optimized, Centralized, &amp; Synchronized Inventory<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can be a one-location business or a multinational company, but you can\u2019t underestimate the bliss that comes with organized inventory.<\/p>\n<p>Let&#8217;s discuss the very first and biggest benefits of using inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>Companies often have issues with mismatched inventory at different locations, inaccurate results, and no record of lost or stolen items. All of these result in loss of business, not to mention the bad brand image and customer experience it sends.<\/p>\n<p>But all of this can be solved with the help of inventory management systems.<\/p>\n<p>Let us tell you how, you see, one of the core functionalities of inventory management software is to provide accurate data. Once you feed the data to the software, it will keep an accurate record with no chance of human error.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, enterprise-level inventory management solution also enables data-synchronization between different locations, streamlining the company\u2019s inner working. And this gives us a whole lot of benefits that we shall be discussing in this section.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Forecasting-Trends\"><\/span>\u2666 Forecasting Trends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Let us tell you a business secret, if you want to be the next big thing or want to make your first billion dollars in profit, you have to make preemptive moves.<\/p>\n<p>But how\u2019s that possible? Not like you can look into the future, right? No, but what you can do is predict it.<\/p>\n<p>Inventory management software will be processing and reading all of the data that you feed it. Meaning, it knows how much of what people are buying and when they buy it.<\/p>\n<p>Based on this big data, inventory software generates a report with trends, forecasting capacities, and much more valuable information.<\/p>\n<p>Recently, AI solutions have been integrated with inventory management software development to provide better and more accurate forecasting. And this has been working like a charm. The information you get from these reports can be used as a factor for important decision-making.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Reduced-Business-Cost\"><\/span>\u2666 Reduced Business Cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Instead of asking \u201cHow much does an inventory management system cost?\u201d you should be asking \u201cHow much does inventory management software system save?\u201d Confused? Let us explain.<\/p>\n<p>Inventory management system costs can reach hundreds of 1000s of dollars, which isn\u2019t cheap. But this software is saving you more money than you realize.<\/p>\n<p>If you look at statistics, you will realize businesses lose millions of dollars each year in lost items, misplaced inventory, loss of business due to unreliable tracking, and un-optimized processes. You can save all of this with modern and well-built inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>By fixing all the errors and saving time &amp; effort via streamlined processes, this software is saving your business thousands or millions.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Supply-Chain-Optimization\"><\/span>\u2666 Supply Chain Optimization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Supply chain is the thing that keeps the world running with a constant and steady supply of commercial and other goods.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>What is a supply chain? As per <\/em><\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Supply_chain\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\"><strong><em>Wikipedia<\/em><\/strong><\/a><strong><em>, it refers to \u201cit is a complex logistics system that consists of facilities that convert raw materials into finished products and distribute them to end consumers or end customers\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The supply chain is built of many links including warehouses, logistics, manufacturing, factories, suppliers, retail stores, transportation, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Now, 80% of these links use (or can) inventory management systems in some way or another. This is why, if you improve inventory management, you improve the supply chain.<\/p>\n<p>This is a pretty big thing considering, the supply chain loses companies billions of dollars due to inaccuracy, poor optimization, and fragmentation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-New-Selling-Channels\"><\/span>\u2666 New Selling Channels<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Every business wants to grow, that\u2019s the nature of the business world.<\/p>\n<p>Now, coming to product-based companies, they have multiple channels to sell their goods. Presumably via their store to walk-in customers and online.<\/p>\n<p>However, what if we told you that inventory management software allows you to do new selling channels without getting overwhelmed? Yes, that\u2019s true.<\/p>\n<p>One of the big reasons why businesses are limited to a few channels is difficulty to manage. For instance, they don\u2019t know if they will have items in stock or how to manage an online order. This is something inventory systems will deal with.<\/p>\n<p>With the help of a well-integrated inventory management software you can manage various selling channels at once.<\/p>\n<p>And with this freed up capacity, businesses can focus on other areas. For instance, relevant to today&#8217;s market, one can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/shopping-app-development\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">develop a shopping app<\/a> integrate it with the software and reach thousand more audience.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Secure-the-Data\"><\/span>\u2666 Secure the Data<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Item type, item number, procurement date, sale date, status, seller information, item location, cost of sale, cost of acquiring, and the data list goes on.<\/p>\n<p>The amount of data generated by a company handling inventory is enormous. This leads to the issue of data loss, data security, and more. However, you can save all of that with your own inventory management system.<\/p>\n<p>Being one of the leading benefits of inventory management software, it is a no-brainer to get this software, if your company is dealing with loads of data. This software will keep it organized, easily accessible, and synchronized across different locations.<\/p>\n<p>This is quite a benefit of inventory management software in an age where privacy is super important.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Improved-Customer-experience\"><\/span>\u2666 Improved Customer experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Whether you deal with in B2B or your customers are end users, customer experience matters a lot. This is something all of us can agree upon.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s first see, what the things that can spoil the customer experience are, and how inventory management software can help you improve it.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Problem: <\/strong><\/span><\/em>When you speak of retail businesses, one of the biggest issues that causes a bad user experience is a customer walking in, and a business not being able to provide them the item they want. This happens even when businesses show they have items in stock, this was for B2C. In the case of B2B, poor inventory management can lead to not meeting the deadline or failing to meet the order at all.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Solution<\/strong>:<\/span><\/em> Inventory Management Software.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how, when you build inventory management software, you can add functionality of streamlined inventory, update on items out-of-stock, and reordering schedule. Moreover, you don\u2019t have to manually check for information, which enables you to stay up-to-date at any given time.<\/p>\n<p>This saves a lot of time, money, and most importantly, your brand reputation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Automate-with-AI\"><\/span>\u2666 Automate with AI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>AI solution development is growing quite popular on its own and rightfully so. Artificial intelligence delivers what it promises.<\/p>\n<p>There are a lot of manual processes in inventory management that give the team hell. But not anymore, AI can and will automate all the repetitive and boring tasks, saving a lot of time and also reducing the chances for error.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We are talking about:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Demand Forecasting<\/li>\n<li>Reorder Point Calculation<\/li>\n<li>Stock Replenishment<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Tracking<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Valuation<\/li>\n<li>Supplier Performance Monitoring<\/li>\n<li>Stock Rotation<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Auditing<\/li>\n<li>Order Fulfillment<\/li>\n<li>Shelf Restocking<\/li>\n<li>Returns Management<\/li>\n<li>Expiry Date Management<\/li>\n<li>Price Adjustments<\/li>\n<li>Data Entry and Documentation<\/li>\n<li>Customer Demand Analytics<\/li>\n<li>Compliance and Regulatory Reporting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And much more.<\/p>\n<p>Sounds amazing, right? This is your reason for make inventory management software. Speaking of reducing human error, this brings us to our next point.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Reduced-Errors-and-Discrepancies\"><\/span>\u2666 Reduced Errors and Discrepancies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Humans aren\u2019t robots \u2013 now that\u2019s a good thing and a bad thing. Good things, we are creative, we give rise to new ideas, make the world a better place, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Bad thing as in, we aren\u2019t made to manage inventory via pen and paper, writing down hundreds of numbers. But if we are to do that, it will lead to a lot of errors and discrepancies, giving us what\u2019s called <strong>human error. <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>So, what\u2019s the best way to avoid human error? The answer is simple: leave this boring to machines and focus on creative things. In layman\u2019s terms, leave it to inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>As simple as that.<\/p>\n<p>So, these are the top benefits of inventory management software. Also the reason to invest in inventory management software development. With this out of the way, we shall be discussing the best inventory management software to get inspired in the section below.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top-Inventory-Management-Software-To-Learn-From\"><\/span>Top Inventory Management Software To Learn From<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to create inventory management software, you need inspiration. And who better to learn from than the best inventory management software in the market?<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why, in this section of the blog, we shall be going through 5 top inventory management software. Let\u2019s get started with the biggest one, which is:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Oracle-Supply-Chain-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u25ba Oracle Supply Chain Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20975 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Oracle-Supply-Chain-Inventory-Management-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Oracle Supply Chain Inventory Management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"468\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The first one on our list is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oracle.com\/scm\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Oracle Supply Chain Management<\/a> (SCM)<\/p>\n<p>SCM is a market-leading software from a well-known organization and it lives up to its reputation. Being a top inventory management software, Oracle SCM helps businesses adapt to ever-changing demand, supply, and market conditions.<\/p>\n<p>To provide better optimization, this inventory software integrates well with the supply chain and creates a resilient network.<\/p>\n<p>All in all, the platform helps unify different systems like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/yard-management-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">yard management systems<\/a>, HRMS, CRMs, and so on.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Supply Chain Planning<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Management<\/li>\n<li>Manufacturing<\/li>\n<li>Maintenance<\/li>\n<li>Order Management<\/li>\n<li>Logistics<\/li>\n<li>Product Lifecycle Management<\/li>\n<li>Procurement<\/li>\n<li>Blockchain and IoT<\/li>\n<li>SCM Analytics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong><\/span><\/em> Custom pricing is based on the availed solution and capacity.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Unicommerce-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u25ba Unicommerce Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20976 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Unicommerce-Inventory-Management-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Unicommerce Inventory Management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"456\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Do you want to <strong>uni<\/strong>fy your <strong>commerce<\/strong> channels and improve the business? Well, this is the one for you.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/unicommerce.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Unicommerce<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The platform serves more than 15,000 Sellers, Retailers, and Brands. Unicommerce offers unmatched superior inventory management solutions with which businesses can achieve higher sales, lower operating costs, lower manpower costs, and better data visibility.<\/p>\n<p>This is a really big name in the inventory management software industry. After all, it is the system used by top brands like Hamilton Housewares, Enamor, Jack &amp;Jones, Chumbak, Liberty Shoes, W, House of Anita Dongre, MCaffeine, Sugar Cosmetics, etc<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3PL Management<\/li>\n<li>Alerts\/Notifications<\/li>\n<li>Backorder Management<\/li>\n<li>Barcode\/Ticket Scanning<\/li>\n<li>Barcoding\/RFID<\/li>\n<li>Cataloging\/Categorization<\/li>\n<li>Channel Management<\/li>\n<li>Cost Tracking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Pricing: <\/strong><\/span><\/em>Price starts from $100 Per month.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-NetSuite-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u25ba NetSuite Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20977 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/NetSuite-Inventory-Management-scaled.webp\" alt=\"NetSuite Inventory Management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"441\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>In this inventory management system guide, we have mentioned talked about AI-powered inventory management software a lot.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s time to look at one. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.netsuite.com\/portal\/products\/erp\/warehouse-fulfillment\/inventory-management.shtml\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">NetSuite Inventory Management<\/a><\/p>\n<p>NetSuite is known for its automation prowess. The software helps you automate manual and repetitive tasks making the following a lot easier: traceability, replenishment, cycle counting, and managing inventory across multiple locations<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, the platform is super simple to use with a single view for all the important information. As one of the best inventory management systems in the market, it helps businesses carry less inventory on hand and free up funds.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Replenishment<\/li>\n<li>Cycle count<\/li>\n<li>Traceability<\/li>\n<li>Warehousing<\/li>\n<li>Inventory management<\/li>\n<li>Order fulfillment<\/li>\n<li>Availability<\/li>\n<li>Bin Management<\/li>\n<li>Inventory alerts<\/li>\n<li>Work Order Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong><\/span> <\/em>NetSuite implementation can range between $10,000 and $100,000.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Zoho-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u25ba Zoho Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20978 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoho-Inventory-Management-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Zoho Inventory Management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"437\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoho.com\/us\/inventory\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Zoho Inventory<\/a> is a popular inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>Coming from a trusted brand, this online application helps businesses manage their order and optimize inventory is an online application that enables you to manage orders and inventory. With multi-channel selling, shipping integrations, and powerful inventory control, you can now optimize your inventory and order management, right from purchase to packing, to payments<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Multi-Warehouse Management<\/li>\n<li>Item Grouping and Bundling<\/li>\n<li>Serial and Batch Tracking<\/li>\n<li>Sales Order Management<\/li>\n<li>Invoicing<\/li>\n<li>Zoho Analytics<\/li>\n<li>Advanced Multi-Currency Handling<\/li>\n<li>UoM Conversion<\/li>\n<li>Purchase Order and Billing Solution<\/li>\n<li>Back Orders and Drop Shipments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Pricing (cost per month, billed per annum):<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard Plan (Per Organization)- $\u00a029<\/li>\n<li>Professional Plan (Per Organization)- $\u00a079<\/li>\n<li>Premium Plan (Per Organization)- $\u00a0129<\/li>\n<li>Enterprise Plan (Per Organization)- $\u00a0249<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%BA-Cin7-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u25ba Cin7 Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-20979 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Cin7-Inventory-Management-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Cin7 Inventory Management\" width=\"1024\" height=\"443\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Lastly, we have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cin7.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">Cin7<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This is an inventory management solution specifically designed for manufacturers and product sellers. Cin7 is a great option for all types of small businesses. This covers retailers, wholesalers, and online sellers.<\/p>\n<p>Coming to its function, it is a great platform as it helps manage inventory easily, get deep insight into sales on the go, and track stock movement in a super detailed view.<\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monitor 3PL providers.<\/li>\n<li>Real-time stock visibility.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced Manufacturing<\/li>\n<li>Automation<\/li>\n<li>B2B Payments<\/li>\n<li>Sales<\/li>\n<li>Warehouse Management<\/li>\n<li>Reporting and Forecasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Pricing (cost per month):<\/strong><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Standard Plan &#8211; $\u00a0349<\/li>\n<li>Pro Plan &#8211; $\u00a0599<\/li>\n<li>Advanced Plan- $\u00a0999<\/li>\n<li>Omni Plan \u2013 Custom Pricing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20967 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Create-a-Custom-Inventory-Management-Software-That-Satisfies-Your-Business-Needs-With-Our-Professional-Software-Developers-1.webp\" alt=\"Inventory Management Software developers CTA\" width=\"933\" height=\"350\" \/><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Custom-Inventory-Management-Software-Development-vs-Ready-Made-Inventory-Management-System\"><\/span>Custom Inventory Management Software Development vs Ready-Made Inventory Management System<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Going through the top inventory management software, a thought often appears in mind \u201c<em>Why should I build custom inventory management software, isn\u2019t using a ready-made solution just better?\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<p>You aren\u2019t half wrong. For some businesses, ready-made inventory management software might just do it. On the other hand, no amount of customization to the ready-made solution will make it fit for the business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So, the trick here is to identify which is the right choice for you. To help you with that, here\u2019s a table:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 602px;\" width=\"653\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 42px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 42px; text-align: center;\"><strong>Aspect<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 42px; text-align: center;\"><strong>Custom Inventory Management Software<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 42px; text-align: center;\"><strong>Ready-Made Inventory Management System<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Development Time<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Since it is developed on specific requirements, it takes longer to design, develop, test, and deploy the software.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Since it\u2019s ready made, implementation is super quick and you don\u2019t have to deal with development time.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Customization<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">The name says it all: custom inventory management software gives you total control over customization, fulfilling your unique business needs.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Here, there is a strict limit to customization. Although it does allow for some custom functionality, that adds to the time.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Cost<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">The cost to create inventory management software highly depends on project specifications.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Here, the cost of an inventory management system is lower upfront, but involves ongoing subscription or licensing fees.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Scalability<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Custom inventory system development delivers ultimate scalability.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Scalability highly depends on the software provider and plan.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Integration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Custom inventory management software systems can be integrated seamlessly.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">There\u2019s limited integration capacity in ready-made inventory systems.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Maintenance &amp; Support<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">It requires ongoing maintenance and support. This can be more resource-intensive but offers full control over updates.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">This solution comes with vendor-provided maintenance and support. This reduces the burden on business.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Training &amp; Onboarding<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Being a custom solution, to use it staff need comprehensive training.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Ready-made systems often come with training resources and might be easier to onboard staff.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 70px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\"><strong>Security<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">The business has full control over security measures. This also means business is responsible for security testing &amp; related ops.<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 70px;\">Security is usually managed by the vendor, but you have less control over it.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>This is a full-on comparison of custom inventory management software vs ready-made inventory management software. And with this out of the way, there are two ways you can go: either go with a ready-made one or build your own inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>If you are going for the latter one, let\u2019s discuss the tech stack required to build such a solution.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tech-Stack-for-Inventory-Management-Software-Development\"><\/span>Tech Stack for Inventory Management Software Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Choose to make inventory management software? Well, if you are going to do that, you must understand the concept of \u201ctech stack\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Inventory Management Systems Stacks refers to the set of technologies used to build inventory management software. This includes the back end, front-end, database, and everything else related to the development.<\/p>\n<p>No, it\u2019s super important to choose right tech stack for inventory management software that fits well. Why? Because it can affect inventory management software development time, cost of inventory management software, and other things.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Speaking of which, let\u2019s look at the tech stack options we have here:<\/strong><\/p>\n<table style=\"width: 100%; height: 368px;\" width=\"653\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; text-align: center; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Components<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; text-align: center; width: 55.4113%;\"><strong>Technology Options<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/database-for-web-applications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Database Management System<\/strong><\/a><strong> (DBMS)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Backend Development<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Node.js with Express.js, Ruby on Rails, Django (Python), ASP.NET (C#), Java with Spring Framework<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Frontend Development<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue.js<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>APIs<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/api-development-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Custom APIs<\/a> for communication between frontend and backend; potential integration with other systems<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Mobile Application (Optional)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">React Native, Flutter<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Cloud Services (Optional)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/aws-vs-azure-vs-google-cloud\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AWS, Azure, Google Cloud<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Inventory Scanning and Tracking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Barcode scanners, RFID readers with Bluetooth and USB connectivity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Data Warehousing (Optional)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Amazon Redshift, Google BigQuery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Security Tools and Practices<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Encryption, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/biometric-authentication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">authentication<\/a>, authorization, intrusion detection, firewalls<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Version Control and Collaboration Tools<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Git for Version Control, Slack, Microsoft Teams<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Reporting and Analytics Tools<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Tableau, Power BI, custom reporting features<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Monitoring and Error Tracking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Prometheus, Grafana for monitoring, Sentry, Rollbar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Containerization and Orchestration (Optional)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Docker containers, Kubernetes<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>Caching<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">Redis, Memcached<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 44.4444%;\"><strong>ERP Integration (Optional)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 55.4113%;\">SAP, Oracle E-Business Suite<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Done with the Inventory Management Systems Tech Stacks, we are one step closer to learning how to create inventory management software. Next up, we have a feature for inventory management software. So, let\u2019s dive into it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Essential-Inventory-Management-System-Features\"><\/span>Essential Inventory Management System Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20950 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Essential-Inventory-Management-System-Feature.webp\" alt=\"Essential Inventory Management System Feature\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>We can\u2019t stress things enough \u201cFEATURE ARE IMPORTANT\u201d more so than ever when you are building an inventory management system for your business.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Reason being, they provide you:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Competitive advantage<\/li>\n<li>Enable scalability<\/li>\n<li>Improve productivity<\/li>\n<li>Make compliance easier<\/li>\n<li>Fulfill your business\u2019 specific needs<\/li>\n<li>Allows smooth integration with other tools your business is using<\/li>\n<li>Making it easier for the team to use inventory management software<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And much more.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we have set the tone for the importance of inventory management system features, it\u2019s time to discuss which features to choose.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what we are going to do, first, let\u2019s discuss essential features. After this, we will dive into creating custom features as per business needs.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, let\u2019s get right into it:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>1. Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The very first and core inventory management system feature is inventory management. How does this work? The software runs on data fed to it by the team which includes the number of articles, their type, quantity, seller information, reorder point, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Based on this, businesses always get in-depth insight on the inventory at any time, making management that much easier. The platform with AI integration also automates a lot of different processes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Inventory-Optimization\"><\/span>2. Inventory Optimization<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As we discussed in the previous feature, the software has all the data related to inventory, and using this, the software helps businesses reduce error, reduce inventory at hand, improve effectiveness, improve productivity, and reduce running costs.<\/p>\n<p>All of this leads to a far more optimized inventory. Speaking of which, this is yet another core functionality of inventory management software.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Inventory-Alerts\"><\/span>3. Inventory Alerts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Inventory is exhaustible, however, it is important to keep a record of it and send the purchase order in time to keep everything sailing smoothly.<\/p>\n<p>This is exactly what we do with the inventory management system. Here, you can set \u201creorder points\u201d and set alerts. Whenever an item reaches this point the system will send an alert.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-Centralized-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>4. Centralized Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are many businesses across the world that are spread over different locations, cities, or even countries. And their supply chain can be traced back to a few factories or warehouses.<\/p>\n<p>Now, with the help of inventory management software, the company can get a synchronized database across all the different locations. Thus, giving centralized inventory management functionality.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-Tagging-and-Barcoding\"><\/span>5. Tagging and Barcoding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now, this one is not applicable to every business that uses inventory management, but hear us out: If a business uses a tagging and barcoding system to keep a record of its inventory or plans to introduce the same, there\u2019s a feature that can save a lot of time.<\/p>\n<p>You see, the solution directly connects with the tagging and barcoding machines thus, feeding data directly to the database. This happens in real-time on the company\u2019s network.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-Report-Generation-2\"><\/span>6. Report Generation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Reports are the eyes of business, especially in larger businesses and enterprises. That&#8217;s why the report generation inventory management system feature is a must.<\/p>\n<p>Using all the information from the database and one that is processed through the software, inventory management software will generate an in-depth report. This is a functionality that can be taken a step further with the help of AI integration.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-Forecasting\"><\/span>7. Forecasting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If reporting is in the right eye then <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Forecasting\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">forecasting<\/a> is the left one. And it\u2019s pretty cool too.<\/p>\n<p>For decades, businesses have relied on analysts to process the data manually and deliver market forecasting. In fact, there are entire companies based on this single activity some of which we discussed in the statistics section.<\/p>\n<p>However, in Industry 4.0, the software is capable of delivering in-depth forecasts based on the data they are fed. And trust us on this one, these are pretty accurate.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-Inventory-Backup-and-Security\"><\/span>8. Inventory Backup and Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>We have said this before and we will say this again: inventories create huge databases. And as unfortunate as it is, databases are vulnerable to corruption.<\/p>\n<p>This is where inventory software\u2019s backup and security features come in. First of all, the data on software is protected by several layers. And even if there is corruption to the database, backups of the same are always kept in a safe location.<\/p>\n<p>So, these were some essential features. And with this out of the way, it\u2019s time to create our own custom features.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-Create-Custom-Features-for-Your-Business-Needs\"><\/span>How to Create Custom Features for Your Business Needs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Every business is different and needs to ask for different inventory management system features &amp; functionality.<\/p>\n<p><strong>But how do you know which custom features you need? Well, here\u2019s how:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Define Needs<\/li>\n<li>Ask Stakeholder &amp; Workforce for their input<\/li>\n<li>Conceptualize the feature<\/li>\n<li>Set functional requirements<\/li>\n<li>Is it possible to develop it?<\/li>\n<li>Development<\/li>\n<li>Testing &amp; User Feedback<\/li>\n<li>Optimization<\/li>\n<li>Implementation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Speaking of which, now that we are done with it\u2019s time to get right into the inventory management system development process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inventory-Management-System-Development-Process-Implementation\"><\/span>Inventory Management System Development Process &amp; Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20948 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-System-Development-Process-Implementation.webp\" alt=\"Inventory Management System Development Process &amp; Implementation\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s time to answer one of the most important questions \u201cHow to Create Inventory management software?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>We have come to the part of the inventory management software development guide, where we shall be discussing the detailed software development process for inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Therefore, with this being said, let\u2019s get right into it:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-1-Understand-the-Requirements\"><\/span>Step 1: Understand the Requirements<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Every business is unique in the way that they have different niches, strategies, and consequently, requirements.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why the first step is requirement analysis. And here\u2019s how it\u2019s done:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Identify key stakeholders and departments<\/li>\n<li>Interview them for their requirements &amp; opinions<\/li>\n<li>Divide requirements into different categories i.e. group them\n<ul>\n<li>Functional requirements<\/li>\n<li>Operational requirements<\/li>\n<li>Technical requirements<\/li>\n<li>Transitional requirements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Interpret requirements<\/li>\n<li>Verify and validate<\/li>\n<li>Review and approve<\/li>\n<li>Get Feedback<\/li>\n<li>Optimize the final draft<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>This is very, very important considering it will fuel the entire inventory management software development process. To take it a step further, you can use the required tools.<\/p>\n<p>In any case, once we are done with the required audit, we move to the next process, where we will deal with planning for software development.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-2-Project-Planning\"><\/span>Step 2: Project Planning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Before we build inventory management software, we need to plan it and that\u2019s what we shall be doing in the second step of the process.<\/p>\n<p>We are already done with the required audit. Now, what we need to do is deal with the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Deal with important documentation<\/li>\n<li>Define tech stack<\/li>\n<li>Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/software-development-methodologies\/\">software development methodology<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Plan out the feature list<\/li>\n<li>Set meeting interval<\/li>\n<li>Finalize delivery dates and deadlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sounds good enough? Well, project planning is quite an important aspect of the entire development thing considering it can affect the final product.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, it\u2019s highly recommended that you take your time. But when you are done with this, we get to the heavy lifting.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-3-Inventory-System-Development\"><\/span>Step 3: Inventory System Development<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s time to build custom inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>This is the single most resourced and time-intensive step of the entire process. In fact, it is more like a process of its own than a step.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, in a bid to help you better understand the inventory management system development; let\u2019s divide it into small, digestible steps.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s start with the first one.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Designing<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In this step, the designers of the team will create a <strong>UI\/UX design<\/strong>. This deals with the front end i.e. the client side.<\/p>\n<p>Despite being a software where only a limited number will be using it, creating a design that is easy to navigate and use is super essential.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h4>Inventory Management System Development<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that we are done with the design, we write code. This is also part of the development where inventory management software features are created and implemented.<\/p>\n<p>Consequently, it is a very complicated part of development. For the same reason, it\u2019s highly advised that you maintain good communication with software developers.<\/p>\n<p>Now that we are done with this, we move to the next big step i.e. integration.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-4-Third-Party-Integrations\"><\/span>Step 4: Third-Party Integrations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Third-party integration refers to the process of adding third-party APIs and toolkits.<\/p>\n<p>The goal of this step is to, use already existing solutions that excel at their individual task rather than developing them from zero.<\/p>\n<p>Now, depending on specific business needs, tools and APIs used can differ widely. These can include report-generating software, forecasting systems, communication systems, and so on.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-5-Testing\"><\/span>Step 5: Testing<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When all the development is done, it\u2019s time to test. There are various forms of testing, for instance, beta testing, automated testing, etc.<\/p>\n<p>This is important to ensure the product doesn\u2019t have any bugs of issues or errors left in the final product. Following the feedback from the QA team and the business, final adjustments are made.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-6-Inventory-Management-Software-Implementation\"><\/span>Step 6: Inventory Management Software Implementation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With all that said and done, it\u2019s time to deploy inventory management software.<\/p>\n<p>The more suitable word for this process is \u201cimplementation\u201d as the software isn\u2019t posted on a marketplace place rather implemented in the company\u2019s network and system.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-7-User-Training\"><\/span>Step 7: User Training<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With the implementation done, there\u2019s one final thing that remains and this is user training.<\/p>\n<p>Since we are dealing with custom software here, there are a number of things that will be new to staff that will be using it. This is especially true for a business that is moving from manual processes to software.<\/p>\n<p>Here, you get a good documentation guide for users, similar to what one <strong>CRM Development Company <\/strong>delivers when they create a custom solution.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-8-After-Launch-Support-and-Maintenance\"><\/span>Step 8: After Launch, Support and Maintenance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While the inventory management solution is deployed, the work for the developer isn\u2019t over yet. Whether you do it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/in-house-vs-outsourcing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">in-house or outsource<\/a> it, this process is a must.<\/p>\n<p>You see, the software is stable but they ought to have some issues sooner or later. In addition to this, business requirements are constantly changing meaning a quick fix or little customization is needed from time to time.<\/p>\n<p>This is what we deal with in support and maintenance services.<\/p>\n<p>So, this is the entire inventory management solution development process. Now, in the next step of this guide, we shall be discussing \u201ccost of inventory management software\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20968 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-Software-Development-Is-A-Worthy-Investment.webp\" alt=\"custom Inventory Management Software development CTA\" width=\"933\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-Software-Development-Is-A-Worthy-Investment.webp 933w, https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-Software-Development-Is-A-Worthy-Investment-300x113.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Inventory-Management-Software-Development-Is-A-Worthy-Investment-768x288.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 933px) 100vw, 933px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-Much-Does-It-Cost-to-Develop-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>How Much Does It Cost to Develop Inventory Management Software?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Businesses love to ask questions like: How much does this cost? How much does it <strong>cost to build a custom CRM software<\/strong>? And in this case, how much does an inventory management system cost?<\/p>\n<p>But this is a question that isn\u2019t all that easy to answer.<\/p>\n<p>On average cost to develop an inventory management system ranges from $15,000 to $150,000 depending on various factors. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Size of software<\/li>\n<li>Tech stack used in development<\/li>\n<li>Location of the development team<\/li>\n<li>Development duration<\/li>\n<li>Complexity of the solution<\/li>\n<li>Implementation and training process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And much more.<\/p>\n<p>Amidst all of this, if you are looking for an accurate cost of inventory management software estimation, it is highly recommended that you consult an <strong>inventory management software development company<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Based on your project specifications, they will be able to deliver an in-depth cost breakdown and development timeline.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technology-Trends-in-Inventory-Management-Software\"><\/span>Technology Trends in Inventory Management Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20949 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Technology-Trends-in-Inventory-Management-Software.webp\" alt=\"Technology Trends in Inventory Management Software\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>With the recent growth inventory management market is to be valued at around <a href=\"https:\/\/www.verifiedmarketresearch.com\/product\/inventory-management-software-market\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\">USD 2998.55 Million by 2028<\/a>, showing a CAGR of 11.9% from 2021 to 2028.<\/p>\n<p>This shows some serious growth. This is driven by some market and technological trends. So before we conclude our inventory guide for inventory management software, let\u2019s look at inventory management software trends.<\/p>\n<p><strong>These are, as mentioned below:<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Cloud-based-solutions\"><\/span>\u2666 Cloud-based solutions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This is a trend that has been around for a long time now.<\/p>\n<p>As the name suggests and as we have already discussed in this blog earlier, Cloud inventory management software is only different in one way, they are stored and work in the cloud.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, making them much more accessible on different devices while also enabling real-time data synchronization.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Distributed-Inventory-Management\"><\/span>\u2666 Distributed Inventory Management<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>So, what is Distributing Inventory Management?<\/p>\n<p>As the term suggests, it refers to an inventory that is located\u00a0across multiple warehouses. Now, this can be used to our advantage by strategically placing inventory in specific locations based on their demand and need.<\/p>\n<p>This can reduce transportation costs and speed up delivery times. Now, this is a functionality that has been integrated with several inventory management systems and you can also cover it in your.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Predictive-picking\"><\/span>\u2666 Predictive picking<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Every business wants an improved order fulfillment process as it can highly improve productivity and optimize the supply chain.<\/p>\n<p>Predictive pick-up functionality can be integrated into inventory management software development and can be used to direct businesses to start fulfillment processes even before the order has been placed.<\/p>\n<p>As such, this trend branches off from the forecasting we discussed earlier.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Automation\"><\/span>\u2666 Automation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Well, well, this is a trend that everyone was expecting to see sooner or later. Well, we talked about leaving repetitive tasks to robots and that\u2019s what automation is all about.<\/p>\n<p>This is a trend that is already well set in the industry as larger companies like Amazon are already using warehouse robots and automated devices in their workplace. This highly promotes productivity and improves overall streamlining.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%99%A6-Artificial-Intelligence\"><\/span>\u2666 Artificial Intelligence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Last but one of the biggest inventory management software trends is the use of AI.<\/p>\n<p>Artificial intelligence is being used throughout industry 4.0 to improve outcome and create better results with less human effort.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, this also helps in prediction and forecasting, helping businesses prepare for an ever-changing market.<\/p>\n<p>These are some top trends that you should include in inventory management software development. Speaking of development, if you want to create an inventory management software of your own, what you need the most is a development partner. This brings us to our next step\u2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-Should-You-Choose-Nimble-AppGenie\"><\/span>Why Should You Choose Nimble AppGenie?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To create inventory management software that fulfills your business needs, you need an innovative and dedicated development partner. This is where Nimble AppGenie comes in.<\/p>\n<p>With years of experience in custom software development for enterprises and companies across the world, we have the expertise required to develop tailored inventory management software for your business.<\/p>\n<p>Our expertise as an inventory software management development company is recognized by top platforms like Clutch. co, GoodFirms, and many others. Furthermore, our inventory management system development services are unmatched in the market.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to having an experienced team of professional developers, we are set apart from others by our dedication and the innovation we bring to the table. What starts with an idea, we give it a digital life and keep it relevant for you with our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimbleappgenie.com\/services\/mobile-app-development\/maintenance\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maintenance and support services<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you want to create an inventory management system, we are here to help you. Give us a chance to bring your ideas to life. Dare be great, we\u2019ll help the process.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The supply chain went through a huge transformation following the Covid pandemic. This forced industries across the world to adapt to better and more innovative mediums. Even without the recent change, inventory management stands out as a practice that can greatly help businesses optimize their way to higher revenue and reduce operating costs.<\/p>\n<p>Comes in: inventory management software. This software is specifically designed to help your businesses manage the inventory at hand, purchase order placing, optimization, and the list goes on. The end result? An optimized inventory that runs on low operating costs while also giving real-time insight and forecasting.<\/p>\n<p>This is why you must create inventory management software for your business. And in this blog, we discussed everything related to that.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-parent\">\n<div id=\"accordionExample\" class=\"accordion\">\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingone\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-inventory-management-software\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseOne\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseOne\">What is inventory management software?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapseOne\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingone\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>The term \u201cinventory management software\u201d refers to a system that helps in the management and automation of inventory. The capabilities of inventory management software include tracking inventory, procurement, updating accounting data, synchronization across different locations, and much more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingthree\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-to-create-an-inventory-management-system\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapsethree\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsethree\">How to create an inventory management system?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapsethree\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingthree\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>If you want to create an inventory management system, here\u2019s the process you need to follow:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Requirement audit<\/li>\n<li>Plan the development<\/li>\n<li>Software Design<\/li>\n<li>inventory management software development<\/li>\n<li>Third party integration<\/li>\n<li>Testing<\/li>\n<li>Deployment<\/li>\n<li>User training<\/li>\n<li>Maintenance and support<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingfive\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which-programming-language-is-best-for-inventory-management\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapsefive\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsefive\">Which programming language is best for inventory management?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapsefive\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingfive\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>The programming languages used for inventory management software development depend on the scope of the project. However, some commonly used ones are Flutter, Xamarin, Bootstrap, etc.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingsix\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-the-cost-of-developing-inventory-management-software\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapsesix\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapsesix\">What is the cost of developing inventory management software?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapsesix\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingsix\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>The average cost to develop an inventory management system ranges from $15,000 to $150,000 depending on various factors. For a detailed cost estimate, we recommend that you consult an inventory management software development company.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingseven\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-are-the-key-features-of-inventory-management-software\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseseven\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseseven\">What are the key features of inventory management software?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapseseven\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingseven\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>Key features that every inventory management software includes are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Inventory backup and security<\/li>\n<li>Forecasting of the inventory<\/li>\n<li>Report Generation<\/li>\n<li>Tagging and Barcoding<\/li>\n<li>Centralized Inventory Management<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Alerts<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Optimization<\/li>\n<li>Inventory Management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"accordion-item\">\n<h2 id=\"headingeight\" class=\"accordion-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-is-top-inventory-management-software\"><\/span><button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#collapseeight\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapseeight\">What is top inventory management software?<\/button><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<div id=\"collapseeight\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"headingeight\" data-bs-parent=\"#accordionExample\">\n<div class=\"accordion-body\">\n<p>There are a number of top inventory management software available in the market. 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