Retail Inventory Management Software Global Market Report 2024

The retail inventory management software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $7.45 billion in 2023 to $8.37 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. The growth observed in the historic period can be attributed to several key factors. These include the proliferation of e-commerce retailers, the globalization of supply chains, heightened customer expectations, intensified competition, market differentiation efforts, and the increasing complexity of products offered in the market.

The retail inventory management software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to 13.52 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.7%. The forecasted growth can be attributed to several key factors. These include the transition towards cloud-based solutions, a heightened emphasis on inventory visibility, increasing demand for real-time data insights, and the emergence of omnichannel retailing strategies. Moreover, major trends expected in the forecast period encompass the adoption of advanced analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, enhanced integration capabilities among software solutions, a focus on sustainability and green practices, increased emphasis on mobile accessibility for retail management tools, and integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to streamline operations and improve efficiency.

The retail inventory management software market is poised for significant growth, driven by the expanding reach of e-commerce. E-commerce, an online business model facilitating the exchange of goods and services over the Internet, is experiencing rapid expansion due to increased internet accessibility and changing consumer preferences favoring online shopping. Within the realm of e-commerce, retail inventory management software plays a crucial role in streamlining stock control, order fulfillment, and inventory synchronization across various online platforms, thereby ensuring operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. For instance, in February 2024, the United States Census Bureau reported that e-commerce sales surged to $1.11 trillion in 2023, marking a notable 7.6% increase from the previous year. Consequently, the burgeoning e-commerce landscape serves as a key driver behind the growth trajectory of the retail inventory management software market.

Leading players in the retail inventory management software market are intensifying their efforts to develop innovative solutions such as ItemOptix to maintain a competitive advantage. ItemOptix represents a cutting-edge radio-frequency identification (RFID) inventory management software tailored for retailers, enhancing inventory visibility, reducing out-of-stock scenarios, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing the overall shopping experience. For example, in December 2023, Checkpoint Systems, a US-based software company, introduced ItemOptix for Retail, the next-generation RFID inventory management software. This solution empowers retailers to effectively manage their inventory from source to shop, featuring self-service functionalities for quick and straightforward setup and ongoing system maintenance. Moreover, the software incorporates industry-standard REST APIs, facilitating seamless integration processes and providing users with greater control over inventory management for a seamless operational experience.

In June 2022, ToolsGroup, a US-based software company, completed the acquisition of Onera, enhancing its retail platform capabilities from planning to execution. This strategic acquisition enables ToolsGroup to offer retailers vital visibility into inventory and sophisticated solutions to tackle complex supply chain challenges effectively. Onera, a US-based software development company, specializes in delivering real-time inventory availability and fulfillment software solutions to retailers, aligning with ToolsGroup's mission to provide comprehensive solutions across the retail supply chain.

Major companies operating in the retail inventory management software market are Microsoft Corporation, IBM Corporation, Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, Infosys Limited, Square Inc., Dassault Systèmes, Sage Group plc, Lawson Software, Epicor Software Corporation, Zoho Corporation, Manhattan Associates, Lightspeed Retail, Kinaxis Inc., Kewill Systems, Retalix Ltd, BluJay Solutions, Retail Pro International, Logility Inc, Brightpearl Limited, Wasp Barcode Technologies, InFlow Inventory Software, HighJump, Fishbowl, Aldata Software Management Inc, Ordoro.

North America was the largest region in the retail inventory management software market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the retail inventory management software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the retail inventory management software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Retail inventory management software serves as a digital solution for businesses to efficiently track and oversee their inventory levels. It encompasses features such as inventory tracking, stock monitoring, order management, and integration with other business systems. The primary objective of retail inventory management software is to streamline inventory processes, minimize costs, and enhance operational efficiency within retail enterprises.

The main types of retail inventory management software include manually managed inventory systems, barcode scanning systems, and advanced radio frequency systems (RFID). Manually managed inventory systems denote traditional approaches to tracking and controlling inventory levels without automated software or technology assistance. This software can be deployed via on-demand or on-premise models and is available at various price points, including subscription-based and one-time payment options. Its applications span order management, asset tracking, service management, product differentiation, and inventory optimization. End-users of retail inventory management software include traditional retailers and off-price retailers alike.

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The retail inventory management software market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as warehouse management, order management, replenishment, reporting, and analytics. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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