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## [Make Inventory Day a Breeze With This Checklist](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/make-inventory-day-a-breeze-with-this-checklist)

 Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/1/26, 6:30 AM

 Topics: [inventory management](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/inventory-management), [college retail system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-system), [college store trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-trends)

Inventory time is here! While it can be a busy and stressful day, a little preparation goes a long way. We connected with System Sales Representative Heather Gillespie to gather expert tips that can help your inventory process run smoothly from start to finish.

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