List down and briefly explain the various types of inventories along with techniques of how to manage each. Identify at least three inventory management techniques applicable to pickup point stores of a large retail business operator with reasoning for the same. Explain how each technique contributes to the effective management of inventories for pickup point stores (assume several inventories of your choice).

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List down and briefly explain the various types of inventories along with techniques of how to manage each. Identify at least three inventory management techniques applicable to pickup point stores of a large retail business operator with reasoning for the same. Explain how each technique contributes to the effective management of inventories for pickup point stores (assume several inventories of your choice).

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