In stock control or inventory control, as most people refer to it, is the act of ensuring that all the stocks of a certain company are available. Basically, it is the act of determining that the correct amount of supply exists within a company and is not lost or wasted. Stock control software is usually a program developed to help an organization maintain control over its stock levels. There are many types of stock control software and, in most cases, it can be downloaded for free from the Internet.
One type of stock management software is a desktop application that is designed to help companies manage their stock levels. This software has various modules which allow for inventory control, stock quotes, order tracking and distribution. Another type is a web-based application which operates on different operating systems and browsers. Web-based software is much more flexible than its desktop counterparts because it is accessible from any location. The last type of stock management software is a server application that is based on Windows servers and is accessed by various computers. With this type of application, changes can be made from any computer with an internet connection.
If an organization wants to effectively use its stock control software to meet customer demand, then it must ensure that its inventory levels meet customer requirements. To do this, it must ensure a regular inventory stock count and that these numbers change as required. Also, to effectively meet customer demand, an inventory stock software must allow for flexibility. It must allow for stock additions, stock terminations and stock transfers between branches without requiring manual intervention.