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Obsolete Stock

Obsolete stock is stock that has no useable purpose that remains in the warehouse.

Unit-of-Measure Conversions

Unit-of-measure conversions is the process of converting a quantity of a particular unit of measure to another unit of measure. For example, the number of cases on a pallet. It ensures consistent and accurate measurement and tracking of goods and materials.

Unitization

Unitization is the process of grouping individual items or packages into larger, more manageable units, such as pallets or containers. This helps to streamline handling, storage, and transportation of goods, reducing costs and improving efficiency.

Unit of Measure (UOM)

Unit of measure, or UOM, is a standard measurement of a physical quantity, such as weight, length, volume, or count. It is used in business operations, inventory management, and supply chain management to ensure consistency and accuracy in the measurement and tracking of products, materials, and goods. Examples of UOMs include eaches, cases, and pallets.

Unit Load

Unit load is typically a large, self-contained unit, such as a pallet or container, that contains a number of smaller items or packages. The purpose is to increase the density of goods and simplify handling, reducing costs and improving efficiency in supply chain operations.

Net Weight

Net weight is the product weight before being packed with materials or packaging. For example, the net weight on a roll is the total weight of the roll less the fiber core and wrap.