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PART IV: Inventory Operations, Automation, and System Integrations

Session 8: Inventory On Hand and Inventory Log

Course Code: INV-08
Goal: Monitor and optimize inventory stock levels by managing real-time on-hand quantities and auditing inventory transactions.

Session Overview

Duration: 1 Hour
Format: Instructor-led (via Microsoft Teams or in-person)
Level: Intermediate (Ideal for warehouse managers, inventory controllers, and procurement leads)

Resources Provided:

  • Inventory On-Hand View Quick Guide
  • Manual and Bulk Inventory Update Reference
  • Inventory Log and Auditing Best Practices Sheet

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • View, filter, and manage real-time on-hand inventory levels.
  • Add, remove, or adjust inventory manually or via bulk imports.
  • Use the inventory log to audit transactions and maintain clean records.

Session Agenda

INV8.1 Viewing and Managing On-Hand Inventory
  • Accessing the On-Hand Inventory screen.
  • Filtering by:
    • Location
    • Part Type
    • Vendor
    • Category
  • Interpreting key columns:
    • Quantity Available
    • Quantity Committed
    • Quantity On Order
INV8.2 Adding/Removing Inventory Manually and via Bulk Imports
  • Manual inventory adjustments:
    • Adding new stock manually (for received donations, off-system buys).
    • Removing damaged or obsolete stock.
  • Bulk updates:
    • Using Inventory Adjustment Import Template.
    • Mapping fields: Part Number, Quantity, Location, Notes.
INV8.3 Using the Inventory Log for Transaction Auditing
  • Viewing historical movement of parts:
    • Receiving
    • Issuing to jobs
    • Transfers
    • Adjustments
  • Searching logs by part, date, user, or transaction type.
  • Best practices for clean audit trails and compliance readiness.
 Hands-On Preview (Optional if time allows)
  • Adjust inventory manually.
  • Run a bulk inventory import.
  • View transaction history for a sample part.
Post-Session Action Items
  • Review inventory logs for discrepancies.
  • Implement regular stock reconciliation processes.
  • Standardize reasons for manual adjustments across teams.

Note: When scheduling, make sure to include this session code: INV-08

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