The Importance of Inventory Management in Retail: Accuracy of Store Inventory

Utilizing stores to maximize e-commerce sales.

The store fulfillment solution provides complete instructions and control from a single, responsive interface designed to run on any form factor and operating system. Whether in large stores with dedicated operations and customer service teams or in small stores where employees wear multiple hats, it offers easy-to-use mobile interfaces for reliable picking, packing, shipping from the store, and in-store pickups. Real-time access to in-store fulfillment information, activities, and processes enables efficient fulfillment while ensuring customer satisfaction. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Inventory Management System

Improve store inventory accuracy and sales, and reduce product stockouts.

Due to the routine handling of products, the inventory accuracy at the store level remains at around 60 percent. Moreover, this was the case before the pressure from omnichannel fulfillment was applied. Activating the store network, which serves as a gateway for commerce often involving digital processing for products purchased online, is a top priority for delivering the omnichannel promise to customers. By ensuring store inventory accuracy, we can expand sales, reduce the risk of stockouts, and decrease the steps involved in in-store replenishment. Using mobile functionalities designed specifically for store employees for receiving and inventory management, we can handle processes such as store replenishment, orders from the website to the store, returns, and transfers for each shipment, case, carton, or item. With omnichannel commerce, the responsibilities of store employees have expanded beyond selling and providing services to customers, including accommodating options such as purchases from the online store, shipments from the store, and shipments to the store. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Inventory Management System

Using intelligent optimization, evaluate many parameters related to fulfillment, transportation, stores, and customers in real time.

Adaptive Network Fulfillment (ANF) uses intelligent optimization to evaluate many parameters related to fulfillment, transportation, stores, and customers in real time, minimizing the impact on the in-store shopping experience and store employees while maximizing order profit margins and profitability. ANF is the final piece of the inventory puzzle for omnichannel retailers, enabling optimized sourcing in addition to providing visibility and availability views of global inventory. Since stores are one of the most important components of an omnichannel retailer's fulfillment network, it is necessary to adjust for the complexities and differences when using stores as opposed to logistics centers for fulfillment. In stores, additional considerations such as past performance in fulfillment, staff workload, in-store traffic, and inventory levels need to be evaluated. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Logistics and warehouse management systems

Manage orders collectively from various sales channels such as EC, online marketplaces, logistics centers (DC), stores, direct shippers, and agents.

Retailers can utilize order management throughout the entire lifecycle of customer orders, from credit fraud checks to payment processing and delivery of purchased items. In "order management," all systems are interconnected, including the creation of transactions with customers, interactions, documentation, and responses. It provides centralized access to all reliable information regarding orders. E-commerce personnel, customers, call center staff, shipping personnel, and store staff can grasp the status of transactions and overall inventory in real-time. By integrating and managing customer orders across all sales channels, brands, and regions within a single system, the omnichannel purchasing experience can be significantly improved. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Logistics and warehouse management systems

Not the wonderful experience you think, but the experience that the customer desires.

The experiences that customers seek are as diverse as individual personalities. One of the wonderful experiences that customers may envision is a sense of closeness to the brand through high-touch communication. If we could recommend products that align with their preferences based on previous purchase history, the customer's purchase rate would increase. Alternatively, if we can provide such services to customers seeking convenience, they may return to shop with us repeatedly. To serve customers better, it is essential to seamlessly integrate physical stores, online platforms, and mobile services, offering a wide range of fulfillment options from same-day shipping to home delivery. Additionally, we must not forget about customers who want to finish their shopping as quickly as possible or those who might abandon their purchases without hesitation if there are long lines at checkout. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Logistics and warehouse management systems

The seismic sensor device "HK-2" detects strong tremors equivalent to a seismic intensity of 5 or higher, transmits a signal to the control room, and emergency stops the facility equipment. 【Installation Location】 Automotive parts factory 【Challenges】 Due to the maintenance and replacement of the factory equipment control devices, we considered updating the existing seismic sensors as well, but since production had already ended, we were looking for alternatives. 【Effects After Installation】 The HK-2 has the function to emergency stop equipment during an earthquake, and since its functionality is the same as the existing device, it was introduced as a replacement. Its compact size also allowed it to fit within the existing control panel being used. ★See more examples of the seismic sensor device "HK-2" https://www.hotron.co.jp/recommend/HK-2_lp.html#anchor_a04 ◎For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

In recent times, there has been a growing interest in infection control measures and facility hygiene management. Our company offers non-contact sensor products that are recommended for commercial facilities, food factories, and nursing and caregiving facilities. 【Sensors for Automatic Doors】 ● Light Touch Sensor HA-T401 … When you wave your hand in front of the automatic door, the sensor detects the movement and opens or closes the door. This is recommended for making doors with touch switches non-contact. ● Hand Wave Sensor PF-R5, PF-U2, DHS-1 … Opens and closes the automatic door by waving your hand in front of the sensor. ● Foot Switch PF-01S/01D/03S/05 … Opens and closes the automatic door by placing your foot in the opening. 【Access Control System】 ● Face Recognition + Unmanned Temperature Measurement DS Series … Allows for face recognition along with mask detection and body temperature measurement simultaneously. ● Automatic Disinfectant Spray Dispenser PHW-03B … Automatically sprays disinfectant when you wave your hand in front of the sensor. 【Nursing and Care Sensors】 ● Infrared Bed Exit Sensor "Just Place It Pole-kun" … This bed exit sensor is installed next to the bed and notifies via nurse call when the subject enters the detection range. ◎ For more details, please download the catalog or contact us.

To customers considering the introduction of vehicle detection sensors for parking lot construction, design, or management: Are you facing any challenges with current issues or selecting the right sensors for parking management? Hotron offers free materials that explain how to utilize vehicle detection sensors and the benefits of their introduction! ▽ Here is the lineup of materials ◉ Vehicle Detection Sensor Basic Guide This guide focuses on the challenges and solutions in parking lot operations, introducing the overview of vehicle detection sensors. ◉ Key Points for Introducing Vehicle Detection Sensors This material discusses the benefits of introduction based on installation locations and specific challenges. ◉ Case Studies of Vehicle Detection Sensor Implementation This document presents the challenges before implementation and the results after introduction. For more details, please download from our website and check it out. https://www.hotron.co.jp/download/

[Announcement of New Product] Launch of Visual Inspection Lighting Power-Eye ST2 The latest model of handheld high-power spotlight lighting enhances the accuracy of visual inspections for scratches and appearance. We have newly released the handheld spotlight lighting "Power-Eye ST2 LSP45FW," which is ideal for visual inspections of appearance and scratches/dents. As a successor to the discontinued "Power-Eye ST LSP68x240W-ST," it achieves higher inspection accuracy and operability. The Power-Eye ST2 is a high-power handheld spotlight that strongly supports high-precision visual inspections required in manufacturing and quality control processes. It visualizes fine scratches, dents, and distortions on the work surface with high contrast, contributing to improved inspection quality. Ideal for the following applications: - Appearance inspections on production lines - Inspection of scratches and dents on metal and plastic parts - Checking for distortions and uneven reflections on machined surfaces - Local lighting in maintenance areas - General visual inspections in quality control processes For detailed product specifications and consultation on implementation, please feel free to contact us.

Even in sub-zero temperatures, management that doesn't stop. ~Proposal for upgrading to next-generation commercial air conditioners designed for cold regions~ On winter mornings, offices and stores are not warming up. Is that slight "heating loss" directly linked to decreased employee performance and dissatisfaction from important customers? If your existing air conditioner has been installed for over 10 years, it poses a "hidden management risk." The latest commercial air conditioners for cold regions have evolved from mere heating devices into powerful infrastructure that supports stable operation during winter. [Three Reasons to Recommend Cold Region Models] Overwhelming defrosting performance: Maintains performance even in low outdoor temperatures. Continuous operation technology that doesn't stop heating creates a comfortable space. Cost reduction: The latest inverter technology significantly reduces electricity costs compared to older models. Avoidance of failure risks: Prevents high repair costs and losses from business interruptions due to sudden failures of aging models. From "still working" to "replace it while you can." Shall we get through the harsh winter with reliable peace of mind and efficient cost management? If you have any questions or would like a quote, please feel free to contact us. We will fully support you in replacing your commercial air conditioner!