Finding the best inventory management software for your pool business is essential for increasing efficiency and profitability, as keeping accurate track of stock on hand directly impacts your bottom line. Too much stock on hand wastes valuable storage space and risks waste if items deteriorate or become obsolete before they can be used. Too little stock can cost money in rush shipping fees or even loss of sales.

With paper-only systems, when inventory is kept in multiple locations – such as in your storefront, a warehouse, on your trucks – it can be difficult to know when a certain item is low. In addition, rush fees on last-minute orders to meet customer demands can reduce your profit margin and may even cost you sales. The inventory management program in RB’s Pool Service Software helps you avoid these scenarios.

The best inventory management software provides tools to improve logistics, manage cycle counts, and ensure you have control over inventory. Some things to look for:

The ability to generate reports. Customized reports provide valuable insights to boost customer satisfaction and help improve your bottom line.

Seamless integration. Software that integrates seamlessly with your other business applications (like accounting and selling tools) reduces error and saves time.

Search options. Allowing users to easily search inventory by department, category, vendor, description, or any combination improves efficiency and may lead to higher sales.

Integration with pool industry vendors. Access to vendor orders, status, and inventory availability before placing orders avoids costly delays.

Why Not Use an App to Track Inventory?

While there are several free apps to keep track of inventory, these are often specialized and better at one aspect of inventory management than others. In addition, many free versions are limited in scope and require a paid subscription to take advantage of all features. RB’s inventory control tool includes all the features you need at no added cost.

Is Excel Good for Inventory?

Excel can be used as an inventory management program, but as your business grows, it quickly becomes cumbersome. As your needs change, spreadsheets will require changes that can take significant time to implement. Excel also doesn’t provide real-time tracking – it relies on human input, which can be delayed and error-prone. There is a much easier solution.

Find the Best Inventory Management Software for You

RB’s software is designed specifically for pool and spa businesses and is continuously updated using feedback from our clients from across the country. You can customize the solution by trying our inventory management software only or selecting from a full suite of features that make it easier to run your business and generate more profits. Our software completely manages retail and service into a single system, and our business inventory control feature has everything you need to maintain control of your inventory while boosting accuracy and efficiency. Contact us today for a no-obligation demo, or check out our latest eBook – The 2024 Pool Trend Report: Cutting Edge Designs Making a Splash.