Inventory Expert

Inventory Expert is a comprehensive inventory intelligence solution designed for retailers who want full control over product costs, operational discipline and margin performance. By combining inventory systems, structured processes, reporting and compliance monitoring, it provides a clear view of theoretical versus actual cost of sales across every store.

The platform enables detailed analysis of cost performance by supplier, ingredient and location, while also tracking wastage, stocktake accuracy and operational compliance. Variance reporting highlights where processes are working well and where corrective action may be required.

Over time, the system helps refine theoretical product recipes and ingredient usage, supporting stronger portion consistency and more reliable gross profit performance across the network.

Because Inventory Expert relies on accurate systems and disciplined store processes, implementation requires commitment. Artiq supports customers through consulting, system integration and reporting design to ensure the platform delivers reliable insights and measurable operational improvements.

Inventory Expert
Inventory Expert

Weekly COGS Report

Offers a complete, top-level view of network-wide COGS efficiency.

  • ACOGS vs TCOGS Summary: Displays total sales and cost variance by store, highlighting underperformers in red and cost savings in green.
  • Overused & Underused Items: Identifies the five ingredients with the greatest cost impact — separating those consuming more than expected from those underused.
  • Top 10 Wasted Products: Quantifies and ranks the most waste-heavy items by cost and percentage.
  • Waste-to-Cost Correlation: Links recorded waste directly to COGS variance, surfacing actionable insights on product and supplier performance.
Weekly COGS Report
Inventory Expert

Variance Report

Tracks ingredient-level COGS performance for stores, highlighting theoretical vs actual variances to identify cost leakage and waste drivers.

Variance Report