FAQs
Frequently asked questions about our services
How long has Fairson been operating and how large is it?
Founded in 1995, Fairson has more than 180 employees and carries out more than 17,000 stocktakes each year for more than 650 client brands in France and Europe.
What geographical coverage do you offer?
With operations in five European countries (France, Belgium, Spain, Italy and Portugal), as well as in the French West Indies, and the ability to operate in more than 25 countries each year, we effectively support our clients with all their multi-site and multi-country requirements.
How are your operational teams structured and trained?
Our teams consist of inventory managers, team leaders and operators trained in our processes and in the use of our proprietary tools. Continuous training and performance monitoring ensure rigour and efficiency on every assignment.
What methodology ensures the accuracy of the count?
We apply proven processes: thorough preparation, on-site scoping, real-time quality checks, immediate reporting and post-intervention reviews. These steps ensure accurate counting and reliable results.
How do you manage operator absenteeism?
We anticipate this through an available talent network and scheduling tools that adjust staffing levels according to the availability and location of our teams.
How do you respect the date constraints, especially at the end of the month?
Our flexible planning and rapidly deployable resources enable us to cover critical periods such as monthly or annual closings.
Do you have your own teams or do you use temporary workers?
We carry out the majority of our stocktakes using our in-house teams, trained in our proprietary methods and tools. When reinforcements are required, we carefully select external staff and train them to guarantee the same quality and reliability of counting.
Do your tools integrate with our ERP/WMS?
Yes. Our solutions are compatible with most ERP and WMS systems on the market. We provide exports and connections tailored to your systems, enabling integration without disruption.
What software do you use?
All our tools are developed in-house, which allows us to be extremely responsive and to meet customer needs.
How are you different from your competitors?
Our strength lies in combining human expertise with proprietary technology, offering multi-country coverage, ensuring full transparency through real-time monitoring, and adapting our methods to each client’s level of organisational maturity. Our customers have direct access to our planning tools, with smooth communication supported by dedicated points of contact.
What is your pricing model?
Our pricing is tailored to your needs, the type of stocktake and the volumes to be processed. Our objective is to offer the most suitable solution with a measurable ROI.
Why change provider if I am satisfied with the current one?
Let’s meet for a personalised presentation of our products and services, and look beyond stocktaking itself at everything Fairson can bring you: peace of mind, reliability and attentiveness.
Why outsource your stocktakes rather than managing them in-house or with another provider?
Outsourcing your stocktakes with Fairson enables you to reduce fixed costs, free up your internal teams and gain speed and reliability. Our proven methods, transparency and innovative tools deliver a measurable return on investment and superior results, including compared with other providers. We operate wherever you need us, as your trusted third party.