Omniful Blog

Explore lean inventory management through Kanban, demand planning, and automation. A must-read for inventory controllers in MENA retail and logistics.

Learn how to optimise quality control in your supply chain through spot checks, packaging inspections, and handling defective items. See how systems like Omniful empower MENA businesses.

Managing inventory effectively is more than just tracking what's in your warehouse. It's about understanding which products are helping your business grow—and which are quietly draining your resources. In a region as fast-paced and competitive as MENA, the ability to distinguish between dead stock and slow-moving stock can directly influence profit margins and operational health.

Inventory management has evolved far beyond clipboards and spreadsheets. Today, real-time visibility and data accuracy are essential. Businesses in retail, e-commerce, and logistics across MENA and globally are moving toward smarter tools to gain control over their stock. At the heart of this shift is the inventory KPI dashboard—a digital command centre that showcases everything from turnover ratios to reorder alerts.

Master bulk inventory purchases by optimising supplier negotiation, warehouse capacity and minimising overstock risks. A must-read for MENA retailers and 3PLs.

In the age of digital commerce and just-in-time logistics, managing inventory accurately and efficiently is more crucial than ever. Businesses across MENA are under pressure to deliver faster, minimise costs, and maintain precise stock levels — all without compromising customer satisfaction.

You walk into a store to buy your favourite product, only to find that the shelf where it should be is completely empty. Frustrating, right? Step into the business owner's shoes and face the reality of empty shelves leading to lost revenue, dissatisfied consumers, and potential stock management chaos.

In the last article, "Omnichannel Inventory Management: "Benefits & Challenges," we talked about the benefits of Omnichannel Inventory Management, as well as its goals and some common problems.

Ever found yourself pondering the difference between Buffer Stock Vs Safety Stock, perhaps even wondering if there really is one? You’re certainly not alone if you have! It’s a common mix-up, and frankly, it happens to the best of us involved in stock management. While they share the goal of operational resilience, their applications, calculations, and strategic responsibilities in inventory forecasting are very different.