About
Total Stocktaking Solutions are a family run business with over
30 years experience in the retail trade
Total Stocktaking Solutions are a family run business with over
30 years experience in the retail trade
A family run business that has been in the retail trade for 3 generations.
We understand the day to day issues that retailers face and more importantly, we know how to help retailers run a more efficient business.
The company was started over 30 years ago by John Forde, who had his ‘aha’ moment when a shop owner he knew from his merchandising business asked him how to do a stocktake as he simply didn’t know how to do one himself.
So John did his stocktake for him and it grew from there.
Now retired, John has passed the baton down to the next generation who are focused on transforming operations from manual stock counts to a fully digital process using barcode scanners and advanced inventory software.
Our stocktaking business has transitioned from traditional pen-and-paper methods to a streamlined, technology-led approach.
By integrating barcode scanning and real-time data capture, we’ve enhanced accuracy, efficiency, and transparency across all stocktakes. Emphasizing data-driven tools, we now deliver actionable insights that help our clients reduce stock loss, improve inventory control, and make smarter business decisions.
Accuracy, efficiency and continuous improvement
We’re a stocktaking company that believes in accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. What started as a traditional, pen-and-paper stocktaking service has evolved into a fully digital operation powered by barcode scanning and real-time data tools.
Our team brings years of hands-on experience to every job, but we’re not stuck in the past. We’ve embraced technology to improve the speed, precision, and insight we deliver to our clients. By replacing manual counts with barcode readers and introducing data-driven reporting, we now provide smarter stocktakes that do more than just count — they help businesses make informed decisions, reduce waste, and improve profitability.
We work closely with retail stores across Ireland, delivering detailed and reliable stocktakes tailored to deli counters, solid fuel, grocery, and more. Whether you need monthly, bi-weekly, or weekly checks, our goal is the same: to make your stock work for you.
We deliver detailed and efficient stocktakes using barcode scanning and digital reporting tools. Whether weekly, monthly, or seasonal, our service helps you stay in control of your inventory, reduce losses, and make informed business decisions.
From planogram compliance to product placement and promotional setup, we help ensure your store looks great and sells better. Our merchandising support improves customer experience, drives sales, and keeps your store aligned with brand standards.
We help organize your back-of-house space for efficiency, safety, and speed. From layout planning to stock rotation and clear labeling, our solutions keep your team working smarter — and your stock easier to manage.