FAQs: What's the Different Between a Full Physical and a Cycle Count?
Q: What is the difference between a Full Physical and a Cycle Count?
A: The table below compares the primary differences between a Full Physical and a Cycle Count:
| Full Physical | Cycle Count |
Includes all items in the store. | Includes a sub-set of items (typical high-value or high-shrink items).
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Closes out the period preceding the physical inventory, locking in prior data. | Does not trigger a close out, preserving the ability to make historical adjustments. |
Should be performed on a consistent schedule (e.g., monthly, quarterly) to ensure accurate financial and inventory reporting. | Can be performed at any time—daily, weekly, or on an ad-hoc basis—without interrupting business operations. |
Typically used for end-of-period reconciliation, audits, or to reset baseline inventory accuracy. | Enhances overall inventory accuracy between full physicals, helping to catch issues early. |
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