Understanding Stocktaking

What does "stocktaking" mean?

• Taking items from a shop

• Counting and recording items in a store

• Selling products to customers

• Making a list of future orders

Why do stores do stocktaking?

• To entertain employees

• To find out how much stock is on hand

• To see which products are unpopular

• To count how many customers visited

How often do most stores do stocktaking?

• Every day

• Every week

• Every month or every year

• Never

When stocktaking, what is usually counted?

• Employees

• Furniture

• Products or items for sale

• Customers

What tool is often used in stocktaking to scan items?

• Calculator

• Barcode scanner

• Microwave

• Printer

Which of these helps stores know when to order more stock?

• Stocktaking records

• Employee lists

• Customer comments

• Social media posts

If a store finds missing stock during stocktaking, what might it be due to?

• Theft

• Overstaffing

• Clean floors

• Closed hours

Which of these is NOT a method for counting stock?

• Manual counting

• Using a barcode scanner

• Guessing the amount

• Automated software

What is a "barcode"?

• A set of numbers showing the price

• A unique code that identifies each product

• A coupon for discounts

• A list of store hours

How does stocktaking help reduce waste?

• By reducing customer complaints

• By showing products that aren't selling

• By increasing employee hours

• By advertising new products