Undergraduate Thesis Bachelor of Science in Accountancy University of Rizal System Binangonan 2025

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The study aimed to determine the inventory management practices of apparel retail stores in Binangonan, Rizal. The researchers used a descriptive method of research. The relevant information was gathered through a survey using questionnaire-checklist constructed by the researchers. Based on the presentation, analysis, and interpretation of the data gathered, it was found that in the personal profile, majority of the respondents are female, middle aged, highschool graduate, and are owners of the business. Most of the employee respondents have been working for the business for a few years. As for business profile, the researchers found out that most of the apparel retail stores in Binangonan, Rizal are sole proprietors, have been in operation for a considerable number of years, and typically operate everyday, with owner's savings as their source of capital. They typically have a limited amount of capital, maintain partnerships with several suppliers of inventory, cater to a moderate number of customers monthly, and generate relatively low sales. In addition, the respondents assessed the inventory management practices of apparel retail stores in Binangonan, Rizal as "Highly Practiced," with a grand mean of 4.44. The study revealed that the respondents' assessment of the inventory management practices of apparel retail stores did not significantly differ when grouped according to their personal profile, which led to the failure to reject the null hypothesis. Similarly, the business profile of the respondents generally did not influence their assessment. However, the null hypothesis was rejected in specific areas where significant differences were found. These included aspects of ordering, storing, and selling practices based on factors such as years of operation, source of capital, number of suppliers, form of business organization, and average number of customers per month. Apparel retail stores are encouraged to enhance their inventory management by using simple digital tools such as Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for real-time tracking and minimizing errors. Incorporating social media marketing can also help increase visibility, engage customers, and improve sales turnover. Expanding the supplier base is recommended to ensure flexibility and avoid delays or stock shortages. To further support storeowners, a seminar on effective inventory practices may be conducted. For future researchers, exploring inventory management in other retail sectors could offer valuable insights into the diverse challenges and strategies within the industry.