Set up real warehouse locations and a small catalog of frequently moved items. Test receiving, transfer and issue transactions using a representative shipment, and confirm that staff can trace where stock came from and where it went.
Use the resulting movement history to investigate shortages and improve ordering practices. OpenBoxes can be self-hosted without user-license fees, while the Lift service handles infrastructure for a separate charge. Plan training and periodic physical counts so the digital record remains aligned with actual supplies.
