SOFTWARE APPLICATION FOR INVENTORY DATA COLLECTION, VALIDATION AND CONSOLIDATION

摘要

A software application includes program codes for executing a plurality of steps for collecting, processing and validating inventory data by a computer. The software application is used for maintaining accurate stock keeping information of a retail store, a warehouse or of any other location where inventory is stored. The software application can be incorporated into a hand-held computer or any other computer configured to take physical inventory of merchandize. The application includes a download data module configured to receive selected background information required to process the inventory data being collected by the computer. The application also includes a parameterization module configured to create data structures for the collection of inventory data, and a data capture module configured to collect records of inventory data. The application includes a reporting module configured to generate reports of the collected inventory data, and an upload module configured to transmit collected inventory data.