What is an advantage of computerised stock control for retail sales?

• A. The till can be linked up to the computer system so that the stock required can be worked out automatically
• B. It makes stock control more confusing
• C. Stock levels are updated only at the end of the day
• D. Stock control has no impact on sales

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that linking the till to the computer system lets stock requirements be calculated automatically as transactions occur. When a sale happens, the inventory is updated in real time and the system can determine how much to reorder, keeping stock levels aligned with demand. This reduces the risk of running out of popular items and minimizes overstock, making stock control more efficient and responsive to what’s actually selling.

The other statements aren’t accurate: real computerized stock control provides ongoing updates rather than waiting until the end of the day, so stock data stays current; it should clarify stock status rather than confuse it; and having proper stock control clearly affects sales by improving product availability and customer satisfaction.