The Importance of Inventory Management in Real Estate Signs
Keeping track of real estate signs might not seem like a big deal—until a sign goes missing, an installer shows up with the wrong panel, or a listing sits without proper visibility. Poor inventory management can lead to wasted time, extra costs, and frustrated agents. When signs are well-organized and easy to track, everything runs more smoothly, ensuring listings get the attention they deserve without the usual headaches.
The Challenge of Managing Real Estate Signs
Real estate brokerages and installers juggle hundreds of signs at any given time. Without a system in place, it’s easy to lose track of where each sign is, whether it’s in storage, out in the field, or in need of repairs. SignTraker simplifies this by giving every panel a unique tracking number, so businesses and agents always know exactly where their signs are. This helps prevent loss, reduces unnecessary reorders, and makes it easier to manage sign availability.
For installers, inventory tracking is a game-changer. Instead of dealing with spreadsheets or manually logging installations, they can process orders with SignTraker, managing the inventory at all times, and with each step, and have each inventory item update its status instantly. This means fewer mistakes, less paperwork, and faster turnaround times. Agents and brokers also benefit from real-time tracking, ensuring signs are placed correctly and stay where they need to be for as long as necessary.
Multi-level Inventory Management is a Must
Managing inventory is more than just knowing where the item is, or was, or who owns it: it also involves managing the inventory in the context of the customers organization and requirements.
SignTraker manages inventory on four levels:
• Inventory owned by an individual agent
• Inventory owned by a Group or Team leader
• Inventory owned by an Office, or
• In the case of a multiple office customer, Inventory owned by the Brokerage on an Enterprise basis.
By entering and associating all inventory items appropriately, SignTraker will automatically allocate signage resources to agents, teams, offices, or enterprises as needed and as the customer wants.
More Than Just Signs
Most SignTraker operators generally grow their businesses beyond sign installations. Consequently, it’s necessary for the SignTraker system to manage inventory of all types. This includes: Panels and Riders, Lockboxes, and Generic Inventory of all kinds (directional signs, shoe covers, solar lights, etc. and consumable items such a gifts).
Using SignTraker’s advanced inventory system, SignTraker operators can create custom services and products to satisfy their customers needs and wants.
Conclusion
By using SignTraker’s inventory management system, real estate businesses can cut down on wasted resources, improve efficiency, and keep their signage operations running smoothly. A well-managed sign inventory means fewer misplaced signs, faster installations, and a more professional image—making life easier for everyone involved.
For additional information on SignTraker’s real estate sign tracking and real estate sign installation software, or how to join SignTraker’s network of professional sign installers throughout the United States and Canada, contact Douglas Deist, Vice President, Marketing and Technology, at 443-938-9178 Ext 2.
SignTraker Technologies LLC is a privately held sign installation service software provider located in Gaithersburg, MD. The company supplies cloud-based mobile software, consulting, and durable products to companies and real estate firms interested in providing a superior ordering and sign marketing experience for their stakeholders. For additional information, contact sales@signtraker.com.
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