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Stock Keeping
The activities involved in managing and maintaining inventory, including receiving, storing, picking, and dispatching goods.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Stock keeping encompasses the comprehensive set of operations related to managing physical inventory within a warehouse or storage facility, including receiving, put-away, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch, ensuring accurate inventory records and efficient order fulfillment in the supply chain.
BACKGROUND
Inventory or stock is a quantity of the goods and materials that a business holds for the ultimate goal of resale, production or utilisation.
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- Inventory Management
- Warehousing
- Stock Control
- Inventory Keeping
USAGE NOTE
Effective stock keeping minimizes waste and ensures products are available when needed.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Stock Keeping.
Zebra provides a wide range of hardware and software for inventory management, including barcode scanners, RFID readers, mobile computers, and inventory management software platforms that enable real-time tracking and visibility of stock.
A member of the KION Group, Dematic supplies integrated automated technology, software, and services to optimize the supply chain. Their solutions include Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems (AS/RS) and software that directly manage and control stock levels in real-time.
Honeywell's Safety and Productivity Solutions division develops technology for warehouse and supply chain automation. Their offerings include mobile computers, barcode scanners, voice-directed workflow solutions, and warehouse management software to improve inventory accuracy and efficiency.
SAP provides enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, including its Extended Warehouse Management (EWM) and S/4HANA platforms. These systems manage complex logistics and inventory processes, offering real-time stock data, advanced analytics, and process automation.
Oracle develops cloud-based and on-premises software for supply chain management (SCM) and enterprise resource planning (ERP), such as Oracle Fusion Cloud SCM. These applications include advanced inventory management modules that use AI and IoT data to optimize stock levels and automate replenishment.
A global leader in material handling systems, Daifuku provides automated solutions for factories and distribution centers. Their technologies include automated storage and retrieval systems (AS/RS) and warehouse management systems that are fundamental to modern, high-density stock keeping.
Manhattan Associates specializes in supply chain and omnichannel commerce software. Their Warehouse Management System (WMS) is a market-leading solution for optimizing inventory, labor, and space within distribution centers, leveraging AI and machine learning.
Geek+ develops and provides advanced robotics and AI technologies for logistics. Their Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs) automate tasks like goods-to-person picking, moving inventory, and performing automated stock counts, revolutionizing traditional stock keeping methods.