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Steps to complete a Hard Inventory Count at mid - month or end - of – month with the ability to update your Unit Cost Per Item and Re-order Point
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Implementing a Hard Inventory Count during the middle and end of each month is a recognized Retail Best Practice.

This practice serves to guarantee that the Month-End Inventory Report accurately reflects the Total Cost of Goods for all Store Products, while also aiding in identifying any Store Products requiring a reorder.

To conduct a Hard Inventory Count, follow these steps:

  1. Access the "Manage" section.
  2. Choose "All Inventory."
  3. Opt for "Hard Count."

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Should you prefer to execute Hard Inventory Counts manually, you have the option to download the Hard Inventory Count Report. Simply select the "Export Excel File" button located in the upper-right corner of ImpulsePoint, allowing you to manage and track inventory using a spreadsheet format.

 

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After manually updating the Hard Inventory Counts, Unit Cost per Item, and Re-order Points you will utilize the Import Inventory feature in the Manage Inventory section. This feature facilitates the effortless uploading of your Hard Inventory Count, Unit Cost per Item, and Re-order Point, ensuring precise inventory tracking.

 

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To upload your manual Hard Inventory Count, follow these steps:

  1. Access the "Manage" section.
  2. Select "All Inventory."
  3. Choose "Import Inventory."
  4. Use the "Drag 'n' Drop" dashed box to drop your Excel file and upload your manual Hard Inventory Count.

 

Please note that the Hard Inventory Count file you upload should be the one you downloaded from within ImpulsePoint 2.0. This ensures accuracy in inventory tracking and streamlines the process of conducting a manual Hard Inventory Count. (Please do not delete any rows or columns from the spreadsheet. Please do not have any negative numbers on the spreadsheet.)