It's a procedure where employee (stocktaking person) does not know how much goods (or what kind, for that matter) should be on the stock, so he/she goes to check "blind". In "normal" procedure stock is taken with estimated reference values (or exact, if possible, based on documentation) given to the engaged person and the difference is established in the process.
a sheet of stock takings ?
It is the term used to describe the process of going round and finding out which goods in a store or a shop are on the shelves. You do it to find out how much value you have on the shelves, what items are missing (and therefore have been stolen) or to find out what items you may need to order more of.
Stocktaking is essential for effective inventory management, as it helps businesses maintain accurate records of their stock levels, thereby preventing overstocking or stockouts. It also aids in identifying discrepancies, reducing theft, and improving overall operational efficiency. Regular stocktaking can enhance decision-making regarding purchasing and sales strategies, ultimately contributing to better financial performance. Additionally, it ensures compliance with accounting and regulatory standards.
stocktaking is a exercise carried out to know the value of items and identify excess or short before valuation
To determine the correct opening and closing stockholding and therefore an accurate G.P. over any given period.
Stocktaking is done to see if the goods you have sold match up to the takings and also to see what profit or loss and GP% you have made A very simple example, if you sell ten items at £1.00 each your cash takings should be £10.00 the profit and % profit will depend on the (cost price) price you bought the items for .Stocktaking shows what profit or loss is made and can show up theft,wrong pricing what sells well what sells slow ,and also the value of your stock in hand for end of year . Stocktaking play a major part in many sales outlets
Tools for stocktaking include inventory management software, which helps track stock levels and movements, and barcode scanners that streamline the counting process. Spreadsheets can also be used for manual tracking and organizing data. Additionally, mobile apps facilitate real-time inventory updates and audits. Physical tools like counting sheets, clipboards, and scales may be employed for manual stock counts.
It yields benefit of doubt since it involves external personnel in the exercise. high accuracy levels since all items in the store are taken time saving because it's done once and at the end of the accounting period less damages since it's done once in a financial period
The Blind Leading the Blind was created in 1568.
yes the five blind boys of Mississippi was born blind
He was born blind
NO he wasn't born blind.