Tips For Better Inventory Management

Inventory Management Tips:

At time of delivery:

• Verify count -- Make sure you are receiving as many cartons as are listed on the delivery receipt.
• Carefully examine each carton for visible damage -- If damage is visible, note it on the deliveryreceipt and have the driver sign your copy.
• After delivery, immediately open all cartons and inspect for merchandise damage.When damage is discovered
• Retain damaged items -- All damaged materials must be held at the point received.
• Call carrier to report damage and request inspection.
• Confirm call in writing--This is not mandatory but it is one way to protect yourself.
• Carrier inspection of damaged items
• Have all damaged items in the receiving area -- Make certain the damaged items have not movedfrom the receiving area prior to inspection by carrier.
• After carrier/inspector prepares damage report, carefully read before signing.

After inspection:

• Keep damaged materials -- Damaged materials should not be used or disposed of without permissionby the carrier.
• Do not return damaged items without written authorization from shipper/supplier.
  
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