10/15/2026
Your system says 500, but your shelf says 487. So where did those 13 units go?
Inventory discrepancies happen when your physical count doesn't match your records, and they can quietly cost you profits, delay orders and frustrate customers.
The usual culprits:
• Shrinkage
• Lost or mislabeled inventory
• Returns that never get processed
• Outdated tech
• Lack of training
The fix? Stay in close contact with suppliers, use real-time tracking, train your team and work with a 3PL that takes accuracy seriously.
Swipe through for the full breakdown, then take the gut check on slide 6. How many did you check off? Tell us in the comments.
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