Stop Pouring Money Down the Drain: Inventory 101
Business Management
6 min read

Stop Pouring Money Down the Drain: Inventory 101

ColorBook Team
December 10, 2025

The Hidden Cost of Clutter

Expired tubes, half-empty bottles of developer, and shades you haven't used since 2023. This is cash sitting on your shelf. Efficient inventory management is the quickest way to give yourself a raise.

The Min/Max System

For every product, establish a Minimum (reorder point) and a Maximum (stock level).

  • High Velocity (Developers, Bleach, 5N/6N): High Min/Max. You never want to run out.
  • Low Velocity (Fashion Colors, High Lift): Low Min/Max. Order only when you are down to 1 tube.

Weekly Audits

Take 10 minutes every Monday to scan your shelves. If you're below the Min, order up to the Max. Don't guess.

Thanks for reading.