Which reports matter most in general merchandise and big-box stores, for example department sales and margin?

Reports commonly wanted in general merchandise and big-box stores: department sales and margin; shrink; cash-office reconciliation; returns abuse; promotion performance. Stock and assets to track: very large catalogue; multiple stock locations; recalls; vendor-managed items. The RPT module lists planned reports; nothing is built.

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