La importancia de la identificación correcta de los problemas en el área de inventarios como apoyo y control en la eficiencia de una empresa.

Abstract

Inventory systems are used to store and organize tangible goods that will be used for profitable purposes, meeting the needs of customers. This research is focused on analyzing the variety of problems that exist in inventories within commercial organizations and their possible repercussions, in order to establish an efficient inventory system, which is essential for the effective functioning of a company. This can be compromised by various factors that hinder the process, thus requiring a logistics policy and processes adapted to the functions, needs, and objectives of the company. The purchasing department must analyze demand on a monthly basis to determine which products should be ordered from suppliers and place orders according to the projected future sales analysis. Suppliers should be chosen according to economic convenience and the quality of their products for the company. Employee training is essential for receiving merchandise and proper storage, as every product that enters the establishment must be entered into the system to be billed and sold to the customer. Adequate software must be implemented for inventory functions to perform real-time records and provide reports on the amount of available stock and its shelf life. Additionally, investment in a good security structure that can cover all points of the establishment is necessary to keep everything monitored and prevent possible theft.