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Barcode, RFID and Automatic Identification for Inventory Control

Manual stock records drift out of accuracy the moment they are written, which is why automatic identification underpins any serious inventory operation. This course explains barcoding, RFID and scanning technologies in plain terms and how to deploy them cost effectively. Delegates learn to choose the right technology, design labelling standards and improve stock accuracy across African stores and warehouses.

What you will be able to do

  • Compare barcode, QR and RFID technologies for inventory use.
  • Select the appropriate identification technology for each application.
  • Design labelling, numbering and scanning standards.
  • Plan a practical and affordable rollout of scanning technology.
  • Integrate captured data with inventory and warehouse systems.
  • Use automatic identification to raise stock record accuracy.

Course outline

  1. 01Why Automatic Identification Matters
  2. 02Barcode, QR and RFID Technologies Compared
  3. 03Selecting Technology by Application
  4. 04Labelling, Numbering and Scanning Standards
  5. 05Planning an Affordable Rollout
  6. 06Integrating Data with Inventory Systems
  7. 07Improving Stock Record Accuracy

Who should attend

This course suits inventory controllers, stores and warehouse supervisors, and supply chain staff seeking to modernise stock tracking.

Dates, venues and fees

DatesVenueDaysFeeCalendar
17 to 18 Aug 2026Lusaka2US$1,100
24 to 25 Aug 2026Kigali2US$1,100
31 Aug to 1 Sep 2026Nairobi2US$1,100
7 to 8 Sep 2026Durban2R10,000
14 to 15 Sep 2026Johannesburg2R10,000
28 to 29 Sep 2026Mauritius2US$1,100
5 to 6 Oct 2026Dubai2US$1,100
12 to 13 Oct 2026Lagos2US$1,100
19 to 20 Oct 2026Harare2US$1,100
26 to 27 Oct 2026Kampala2US$1,100
2 to 3 Nov 2026Dar es Salaam2US$1,100
9 to 10 Nov 2026Pretoria2R10,000
16 to 17 Nov 2026Cape Town2R10,000
30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026Online2US$900
7 to 8 Dec 2026Mozambique2US$1,100
14 to 15 Dec 2026Cairo2US$1,100
21 to 22 Dec 2026Accra2US$1,100

Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.

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