Free inventory software can offer small businesses a ... operations — whether you need a mobile inventory app with a barcode scanner, access for multiple employees or low stock alerts.

According to a Future Market Insights (FMI), the barcode scanner market is predicted to be valued at USD 7.91 Billion in 2024 ...

but more complex operations may require stand-alone software with extra capabilities. Our top inventory management picks include: Best free option: Zoho Inventory. Best for retail shops ...