// ROBOTICS AND SMART FACTORIES TERM
SKU
A unique alphanumeric code used to identify and track a specific product or item in inventory.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
An SKU is a distinct alphanumeric identifier assigned to a specific product variant (e.g., size, color, model) within a retailer's or manufacturer's inventory system, enabling precise tracking, inventory management, and sales analysis across the supply chain.
BACKGROUND
Windows NT is a proprietary graphical operating system produced by Microsoft as part of its Windows product line, the first version of which, Windows NT 3.1, was released on July 27, 1993. Originally made for the workstation, office, and server markets, the Windows NT line was made available to consumers with the release of Windows XP in 2001. The underlying technology of Windows NT continues to exist to this day with incremental changes and improvements, with the latest version of Windows based on Windows NT being Windows Server 2025 announced in 2024.
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- Product Code
- Item Number
- Inventory ID
- Part Number
USAGE NOTE
SKUs are essential for accurate inventory management and sales reporting.