References
Famba, L. (2025a). Optimizing Inventory Management for Enhanced Retail and Warehouse
Performance A Case Study on the Integration of Advanced IT Systems in Stock Control
Practices at TM Pick n Pay Distribution Centre (L. Famba, Ed.; p. 30) [Word]. This
research aims to explore the optimization of inventory management within the retail
context, specifically analyzing the practices at TM Pick n Pay Supermarkets. The study’s
purpose is to identify effective methodologies and strategies that enhance inventory
practices, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency and financial
performance. A mixed-methods approach was employed, incorporating quantitative data
analysis of sales, stock levels, and financial performance, along with qualitative
interviews from management and staff to gain insights into current practices and
challenges.
The findings reveal a significant 10% decline in units sold attributed to depressed
consumer spending, despite a remarkable revenue growth of 100% on a like-for-like
basis. The research highlights the correlation between economic conditions and inventory
performance, emphasizing the need for adaptive inventory strategies in response to
market fluctuations. Notably, the introduction of advanced IT systems, such as the “Click
and Collect” online platform, played a crucial role in managing inventory more
effectively and catering to changing consumer behaviors.
Additionally, the study identifies the impact of exchange rate policies on inventory
management, particularly regarding foreign currency revenue. With profit before tax
rising significantly, the results suggest that proactive inventory management can buffer
against economic challenges. The study concludes with recommendations for TM Pick n
Pay to enhance their inventory management practices further, including leveraging
technology and adjusting strategies based on economic indicators. This research
contributes valuable insights into the critical role of inventory optimization in achieving
sustainable retail performance in a fluctuating economic landscape.
Famba, L. (2025b). Optimizing Inventory Management for Enhanced Retail and Warehouse
Performance A Case Study on the Integration of Advanced IT Systems in Stock Control
Practices at TM Pick n Pay Distribution Centre (L. Famba, Ed.; p. 30) [Word]. This
research aims to explore the optimization of inventory management within the retail
context, specifically analyzing the practices at TM Pick n Pay Supermarkets. The study’s
purpose is to identify effective methodologies and strategies that enhance inventory
practices, ultimately leading to improved operational efficiency and financial
performance. A mixed-methods approach was employed, incorporating quantitative data
analysis of sales, stock levels, and financial performance, along with qualitative
interviews from management and staff to gain insights into current practices and
challenges.
The findings reveal a significant 10% decline in units sold attributed to depressed
consumer spending, despite a remarkable revenue growth of 100% on a like-for-like
basis. The research highlights the correlation between economic conditions and inventory
performance, emphasizing the need for adaptive inventory strategies in response to
market fluctuations. Notably, the introduction of advanced IT systems, such as the “Click
and Collect” online platform, played a crucial role in managing inventory more
effectively and catering to changing consumer behaviors.
Additionally, the study identifies the impact of exchange rate policies on inventory
management, particularly regarding foreign currency revenue. With profit before tax
rising significantly, the results suggest that proactive inventory management can buffer
against economic challenges. The study concludes with recommendations for TM Pick n
Pay to enhance their inventory management practices further, including leveraging
technology and adjusting strategies based on economic indicators. This research
contributes valuable insights into the critical role of inventory optimization in achieving
sustainable retail performance in a fluctuating economic landscape.
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