Lagerföra

Lagerföra is a Swedish verb that means to keep goods in stock, typically in a warehouse, and to manage the related inventory in both logistical and accounting contexts. It covers the physical handling of items as well as the administrative recording of stock levels in systems such as ERP or bookkeeping ledgers.

In practice, lagerföra involves several interconnected activities. Receiving goods from suppliers, put-away to appropriate storage locations, and ongoing storage are core steps. Inventory control ensures that stock levels, locations, and conditions are accurate, often through regular counts or cycle counting. The term is closely tied to warehousing and inventory management, and it supports planning, replenishment, and order fulfillment.

The concept encompasses both operational and financial aspects. On the operational side, it aims to optimize space, minimize handling, and reduce lead times. On the financial side, lagerföring relates to valuing and reporting varulager (goods in stock) and maintaining accurate inventory records for cost of goods sold and financial statements.

Common synonyms and related terms in Swedish include lagerhållning (stockholding), lagerföring (inventory accounting), och inventering (inventory counting). The practice is central to industries such as retail, manufacturing, and distribution, where accurate stock information underpins customer service and supply chain efficiency.

See also: lagerhållning, lagerföring, inventering, varulager, logistikhåndtering.