# Inventory

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Unlike warehouse management, which describes processes and workflows, inventory is a point-in-time snapshot: the quantity of goods, raw materials, or semi-finished products physically held at one or more storage locations at a given moment.

Unlike warehouse management, which describes processes and workflows, inventory is a point-in-time snapshot: the quantity of goods, raw materials, or semi-finished products physically held at one or more storage locations at a given moment. It is a primary indicator of supply readiness – low stock risks fulfilment shortfalls, while excess stock ties up working capital and generates ongoing holding costs. Warehouse managers, buyers, and freight operators read inventory figures from WMS or ERP platforms that log every goods receipt, withdrawal, and cycle count. For customs purposes, stock levels in bonded warehouses or inward processing regimes must be maintained in a form that authorities can audit.

**Source:** [https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagerbestand](https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagerbestand)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Inventory |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 105 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lagerbestand |

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