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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF GLOBAL RESEARCH INNOVATIONS & TECHNOLOGY (IJGRIT) [ Vol. 4 | No. 2 | April - June, 2026 ]

A Study on Inventory Management and its Impact on Financial Performance

Ajay Rajesh G & Dr. Amutha G

Inventory management plays a vital role in improving operational efficiency, maintaining stock availability, reducing holding costs, and enhancing the financial performance of organizations. Effective inventory control ensures that organizations maintain optimal stock levels to avoid overstocking and stock shortages. In today’s competitive business environment, companies increasingly rely on inventory management systems and business intelligence tools to support decision-making and improve organizational performance. The present study titled “A Study on Inventory Management and Its Impact on Financial Performance” focuses on analyzing inventory practices and evaluating their influence on organizational efficiency and financial outcomes. The study examines inventory value, stock quantity, warehouse-wise distribution, category-wise contribution, top-performing products, and inventory concentration using dashboard analysis. The study adopts a descriptive research design using secondary data collected from company records, inventory reports, journals, books, and online sources. Microsoft Power BI is used as the primary analytical and visualization tool for transforming raw inventory data into interactive dashboards and meaningful insights. Statistical and analytical techniques such as percentage analysis, trend analysis, comparative analysis, and dashboard visualization are used for interpretation. The findings reveal that inventory is mainly concentrated in specific warehouses, categories, and products. Artificial Stone and Stone-related products contribute the highest share of inventory value and quantity. The GUT warehouse holds the majority of stock, while GT India contributes the highest inventory value among companies. The study also identifies high stock concentration and increasing inventory trends, indicating the need for balanced inventory distribution and improved inventory planning. The study concludes that effective inventory management practices significantly improve operational efficiency, inventory control, and financial performance. Proper stock monitoring, balanced inventory allocation, and strategic inventory planning are essential for achieving sustainable organizational growth.

Rajesh, A. & Amutha, G. (2026). A Study on Inventory Management AND Its Impact on Financial Performance. International Journal of Global Research Innovations & Technology, 04(01), 49–56. https://doi.org/10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8856
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Article DOI: 10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8856

DOI URL: https://doi.org/10.62823/IJGRIT/04.02.8856

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