A count session is a guided inventory counting workflow for one location or schedule that captures counted quantities and updates inventory when the session is completed.
What count session means in inventory management
Count sessions organize who counted, where they counted, which items were included, and what quantities were recorded. They also create a history trail for later review.
Example
A gym employee can start a count session for the front desk supply closet and enter quantities for towels, wristbands, and bottled drinks.
Why count session matters
Count session helps inventory teams keep count work consistent across locations, shifts, and employees. Clear counting terms reduce training time and make it easier to compare what staff entered with the inventory totals owners and managers review later.
Related MyInvy workflows
Use these workflows to see how count session fits into everyday inventory management, from setup and counting to low-stock review and replenishment.
- Run an inventory count: Start or resume a count session, enter quantities, handle threshold-only items, queue offline progress, and complete the session.
- View count history and latest count snapshots: Review completed count sessions, inspect session detail, and use the latest read-only snapshot for recent quantities.
Terms to compare
These related inventory terms often appear in the same setup, counting, or replenishment workflow.
- Inventory count schedule: An inventory count schedule defines which items should be counted together for a location on selected days or recurring operational routines.
- Threshold-only count: A threshold-only count asks the counter to confirm whether an item is above a threshold instead of entering an exact quantity unless the item is low.
- On-hand quantity: On-hand quantity is the current quantity of an item available in a location or stocking area before new purchases, transfers, or count updates change it.