QUALITY REVIEW & RECORDS / BUYING ANSWER

Checking style, colour and size quantities.

How do I verify a mixed pet product assortment before dispatch?

Bring the right
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THE BUYING ANSWER

Start with a clear definition.

Compare the recorded packed quantities with the approved variant matrix. Identify the style, colour and size on each line rather than checking only the grand total. An equal total can conceal a shortage in one variant and excess in another.

The decision behind the detail.

Packing groups may differ from purchasing groups. Use a clear mapping between carton contents and the order matrix.

PREPARE ONLY WHAT IS RELEVANT

Three details to bring.

Approved matrix
Identify the order allocation version.
Packed counts
Record quantities by variant and carton group.
Differences
List shortages, excesses or unclear identifiers.

Check together

  • Reconcile row totals and the overall total.
  • Check mixed cartons are described accurately.
  • Resolve quantity changes through the order record.

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Take it into your project.

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Project requirements

Identify the order allocation version.

Record quantities by variant and carton group.

List shortages, excesses or unclear identifiers.

Points to discuss

Leave anything undecided blank. These notes do not approve a sample or order.

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