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Perpetual Inventory System
Definition
An inventory management system that continuously tracks inventory levels in real time, updating stock quantities automatically with each transaction, such as sales, shipments, or returns.
How It's Calculated
Example
A retailer uses a perpetual inventory system to automatically update inventory levels as products are scanned at checkout, ensuring accurate, real-time visibility into stock levels.
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