Stock Count Date and Timing

When saving a stock count, a pop-up will appear asking you to select the date and timing.

You have the option to backdate a stock count. However, this is limited to 60 days maximum.

If you choose 'Before Opening' it will mark the date's opening stock as the values you counted, if you choose 'After Close' it will mark the date's closing stock as the values you counted.

Selecting the correct timing ensures stock levels are aligned with the day’s trading activity. A Before Opening count verifies that your starting stock matches what the system expects, preventing discrepancies during the day. An After Close count confirms actual stock left at the end of the day, helping identify shrinkage, wastage, or errors before the next day begins.

Before Opening

Use this if you are performing the stock count before the transactions begin. The values you enter will be the Opening Stock Count for the day. This ensures that all stock movements throughout the day start from an accurate baseline.

After Close

Use this if you are performing the stock count after the transactions end. The values you enter will be recorded as the Closing Stock Count for the day. This provides an accurate end-of-day figure, which is then used as the next day's opening stock.