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“More than a Feeling” – The Power of Data in Supply Chain Management
We’re excited to share that Stockpile Reports’ very own CEO, David Boardman, was recently a guest on the ROCKCAST podcast. David joined hosts Dirk and Paul to discuss the importance of data in supply chain management and how Stockpile Reports’ innovative...
So, You Don’t Like Your Inventory Number?
Your financial statements require inventory measurements that are independent, consistent, and precise. And subjective assumptions such as density factors and base elevations require internal controls to ensure the integrity of your financial statements. The risks of...
How End-to-End Supply Chain Transparency Improves Customer Experience
Supply chain transparency wasn’t an important consideration traditionally, and supply networks were opaque by default. There was much to lose and little to gain by disclosing supply chain info – or so the suppliers believed. Why? For one, the particulars could...
Road Salt Can Hurt as Much as Help – And How to Make it Better
Road salt is critical. Without it, routine life would grind to a halt come winter. Deicing the streets makes it safe for vehicles to drive through the after-effects of a snowstorm or blizzard. The country goes through an estimated 20 million tons of road salt each...
Get the Answers You Need With Stockpile Reports
Our mission? Every Pile, Any Time. Get the answers you need with Stockpile Reports. David Boardman, Founder and CEO of Stockpile Reports, has spent the last decade developing image-based solutions to address the challenge of measuring bulk materials inventory. David...
Stockpile Reports™ – It’s NOT a GIS Tool
Drone-based GIS functionality to support business functions, such as mapping for mine planning and inspections, are important. Some drone GIS solutions also tout stockpile measurement as a feature, however, these “solutions” require a substantial amount of manual work...
Stockpile Reports Breaks Through Laser Tech Limitations
Laser-based scanning technology has long been the gold standard for stockpiles measurement. Not only is it lightning-quick, but it’s also super accurate. LiDAR (light detection and ranging) works analogously to radar or radio wave technology, only it operates out of a...
4 Ways to Simplify Your Audit Process
Audit season is just around the corner, which can inspire dread and apprehension even in the well-prepared. We find that it helps to see auditing as critical and even beneficial. A smooth audit process can help you identify growing problems and solve them out before...
Can I Measure a Snow-Covered Stockpile?
What to Do When Snow Affects Your Inventory Plan Mother Nature doesn’t always consider your inventory measurement plans when formulating disruptive weather such as snow and wind. Yet monthly inventory counts must go on. Lets dive into how we respond. How Do I Know if...
Introducing: SR Measure – Our Next Generation App to Enable Faster Company-Wide Inventory Counts
2024 Update: SR Measure has evolved! We now offer a Free and Professional subscription tier for individuals. Our Business subscription is perfect for small teams and companies. All version now come with instant measurement in the app. Click here to learn more about...
7 Things You Can Do Today To Improve Your Stockpile Measurement Methods
The accuracy of your stockpile inventory measurements directly impacts your company’s bottom line. When there are many errors, you can expect significant write-offs at the end of the year. If there are fewer errors, you can keep the write-offs to a bare minimum and...
Calculate the Volume & Tonnage of Salt Stockpiles
If you have salt stockpiles that you would like to measure the volume and tonnage of, it’s no problem with Stockpile Reports. We have three simple solutions available for you: Fixed cameras for continuous monitoring and auto-replenishment Indoor drone measurements for...