A clear structure in your area helps you save time and makes stocktaking more efficient. Here are some tips on organising your area sensibly:
1. Create products in a logical order
When you do your stocktake, you probably always start in the same place and work your way systematically through the area. That’s why you should:
- Create products in the right order: Arrange the products in the order you move through the area – from left to right or from front to back.
- Example: If the stocktake starts on the left of the storeroom shelf and continues to the right, the products in BarBrain should be stored in that same order.
Benefit: You have to scroll and search less during the stocktake – which saves a huge amount of time.
2. Define fixed places for products
We recommend that products always stay in the same place – both in BarBrain and physically in your area.
- Fixed product places save time: If items are always in the same place, you have to search less – both during stocktaking and in day-to-day work.
- Avoid frustration: Fixed placement keeps things tidy and makes it easier for colleagues to find items quickly too.
3. Review areas regularly
Regularly take time to review and reorganise your area:
- Remove products you no longer use: Keep your stock list up to date so you don’t have to count unnecessary items.
- Slot in new products straight away: Add new products in the right place immediately to avoid chaos.
4. Tip for multiple areas
If you have several areas (e.g. storeroom, bar, cold storage), stick to a consistent structure that works for every area. This makes it easier to find your way around and simplifies daily work.
Summary
A well-structured area saves you and your team time and stress. A clear order, fixed places and regular reviews make stocktaking and everyday work simpler and more efficient.
Any other questions? Feel free to email us at hello@barbrain.com – we’re happy to help! 😊