Top 10: Inventory Management Systems
Inventory management is crucial for smooth operations, ensuring businesses maintain the right stock levels without overstocking or running short.
Numerous platforms offer solutions to streamline inventory tracking, order fulfilment and stock control. Here, Procurement Magazine explores the top 10 inventory management platforms available today.
10. inFlow (Archon Systems)
Founded: 2007
Employees: <50
CEO: Louis Leung
inFlow Inventory is built with small businesses in mind, providing a user-friendly system for tracking stock in real time. Its features include order management and invoicing, helping businesses efficiently manage suppliers, customers and products.
The platform supports barcode scanning for quick inventory updates and integrates with e-commerce platforms such as Shopify and WooCommerce. inFlow also offers customisable reporting and analytics, helping businesses optimise stock levels, reduce errors and streamline operations to boost productivity.
9. Veeqo
Founded: 2013
Employees: 50-200
CEO: Matt Warren
Veeqo simplifies inventory management by automatically updating stock levels across Amazon, eBay, Shopify and Walmart, ensuring businesses have accurate visibility of their inventory.
The platform also streamlines order fulfilment with bulk shipping label printing and integrates with major couriers. Its automation features help eliminate manual tasks, reduce overselling and improve overall inventory control, making it a strong choice for growing online retailers.
8. Unleashed Software (an Access company)
Founded: 2009
Employees: >100
CEO: Chris Bayne
Unleashed Software, a cloud-based inventory management solution, has earned a 4.9/5 rating on Trustpilot from over 800 users.
Designed for manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors, it provides real-time stock visibility, multi-warehouse management and advanced reporting. The platform integrates with e-commerce, accounting and CRM systems such as Xero, QuickBooks and Shopify.
With features that help optimise purchasing and streamline order fulfilment, Unleashed supports businesses in improving inventory control, reducing errors and enhancing operational efficiency.
In 2020 Unleashed was acquired by UK-based The Access Group.
7. QuickBooks
Founded: 1983 (Intuit)
Employees: >18,000
CEO: Sasan Goodarzi
QuickBooksâ inventory management system enables small and medium-sized businesses to track inventory in real time. It includes stock level tracking, low-stock alerts and automatic reordering, all integrated with sales and purchase orders.
The software syncs seamlessly with accounting tools, providing financial updates. Multi-location tracking and detailed inventory reports help businesses optimise stock levels, reduce excess inventory and enhance overall efficiency.
6. Ordoro
Founded: 2010
Employees: <50
CEO: Jagath Narayan
Ordoro provides an all-in-one inventory management solution for e-commerce businesses, centralising control over stock, shipping and order management across multiple sales channels.
Key features include real-time inventory tracking, automated stock updates and kitting, alongside multi-channel integration with platforms such as Amazon, eBay and Shopify.
Ordoro supports dropshipping, barcode scanning and bulk label printing. Its automation and analytics tools streamline operations, improve fulfilment speed and help maintain accurate stock levels.
5. Katana
Founded: 2017
Employees: >150
CEO: Kristjan Vilosius
Katana is designed for small and medium-sized manufacturers, offering real-time inventory tracking, production planning and order fulfilment.
It integrates with e-commerce, accounting and CRM systems such as Shopify, QuickBooks and Xero. Businesses can optimise raw material use, automate stock reordering and manage production workflows with Katanaâs visual dashboard and live data updates.
By improving efficiency and reducing manual errors, Katana helps businesses maintain better control over manufacturing operations and stock levels.
4. Fishbowl
Founded: 2001
Employees: 250
CEO: Peter Osberg
Fishbowl is a powerful inventory management platform built for small and medium-sized businesses, particularly those using QuickBooks.
It offers real-time inventory tracking, order management, barcode scanning and multi-location support. The platform integrates with e-commerce sites, shipping services and accounting tools, automating reordering and stock updates.
With features that enhance manufacturing and warehouse operations, Fishbowl helps businesses improve efficiency, reduce manual errors and maintain optimal stock levels.
3. Zoho Inventory
Founded: 2005
Employees: 15,000
CEO: Sridhar Vembu
Zoho Inventory is a cloud-based platform designed for small and medium-sized businesses, providing real-time inventory tracking, automated stock adjustments and multi-warehouse management.
It integrates with Zohoâs business applications and third-party platforms such as Shopify and Amazon. The softwareâs automation, intuitive interface and reporting tools help businesses streamline operations, minimise manual tasks and maintain precise inventory control.
2. Cin7
Founded: 2012
Employees: 300+
CEO: Ajoy Krishnamoorthy
Cin7âs Connected Inventory Performance platform is a cloud-based solution for retailers, wholesalers and manufacturers operating across multiple sales channels.
It features real-time inventory tracking, order management, automated stock replenishment and integrations with e-commerce platforms, marketplaces and accounting software.
Cin7 enables businesses to manage stock across multiple warehouses and currencies, providing centralised control over inventory and sales. Its automation capabilities improve accuracy, streamline workflows and enhance fulfilment speed.
1. Oracle Fusion Cloud Inventory Management
Founded: 1977
Employees: 159,000
CEO: Safra Catz
Oracle Fusion Cloud Inventory Management, part of Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain & Manufacturing (SCM), offers a comprehensive inventory management solution across various locations and sales channels.
It provides real-time stock visibility, demand forecasting and inventory optimisation to reduce carrying costs and enhance order fulfilment. Key features include lot and serial number tracking, automated replenishment and multi-location inventory management.
The platform integrates with procurement, order management and warehouse systems, helping businesses maintain the right stock levels while minimising excess inventory or shortagesâimproving overall supply chain efficiency.
As businesses continue to scale, effective inventory management remains critical. As one of the leading platforms, Oracle helps companies achieve just that, enhancing supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.
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