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Caribbean’s Leading Inventory Lifecycle Platform · 25+ Years

Your inventory lifecycle, fully under control

IMS gives service organisations — hospitals, hotels, government entities, NGOs, and other private businesses — complete visibility across every stage of their inventory lifecycle, from acquisition through usage and disposal.

25+
Years in the Caribbean
300+
Institutions Served
99.9%
Platform Uptime
SBA Digital Disruptor & Small Business of the Year 2025
2025 Award Winners
SBA Digital Disruptor Award and Small Business of the Year Barbados Small Business Association
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Digital Disruptor
SBA 2025
Biz of the Year
SBA 2025
Trusted by
Leading Caribbean Hotels
Government Agencies
Health Care Institutions
What We Offer

Four ways IMS serves your institution

Whether you need to stabilise a chaotic storeroom or optimise a mature inventory operation, there is a clear path forward.

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Inventory Lifecycle Stabilisation & Assurance

Is your inventory chaotic, inaccurate, or uncontrolled? IMS comes in, establishes order, and gives you the confidence that your numbers are trustworthy.

  • Independent cycle counting and year-end stocktakes
  • Property inventory counts for sale or rental properties
  • Variance identification and root cause analysis
  • Process audit and remediation plan
Learn about stabilisation →
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Embedded Inventory Operations & Control Services

Need operational capacity, not just software? IMS provides trained purchasers, storeroom clerks, and stocktakers who work inside your institution — seamlessly, confidentially.

  • Trained purchasers and storeroom clerks on-site
  • IMS-certified stocktakers for independent counts
  • Warehouse management and container unloading
  • Discreet operations — your team often won’t know a count is happening
Request embedded staffing →
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Inventory Performance Optimisation & Advisory

For institutions ready to move beyond control and into excellence. IMS analyses your operational data and advises on meaningful improvements to cost, efficiency, and compliance.

  • End-of-month variance analysis and reporting
  • Item management and SKU rationalisation
  • Cost-of-sales analysis and margin improvement
  • Strategic roadmap for inventory lifecycle maturity
Talk to an advisor →
Industries We Serve

Built for organisations that depend on inventory accuracy

IMS-OS is not a generic platform built for foreign markets. It was designed for how Caribbean organisations actually operate.

Hotels & Hospitality

From F&B inventory to linen management and property inventories — IMS keeps your storeroom aligned with your revenue targets.

  • Month-end F&B reconciliation built in
  • Multi-location stock tracking across departments
  • Property inventory counts for villa management
  • Variance alerts before costs spiral

See hospitality case study →
Average cost reduction
18%
On F&B cost-of-sales
Accuracy before IMS64%
Accuracy after IMS98%

Healthcare & Medical

Medical supply accuracy isn’t optional. IMS gives healthcare institutions the audit trail and compliance readiness they need.

  • Medical supply and equipment tracking
  • Expiration date monitoring (Premium)
  • Audit-ready reports for compliance reviews
  • Multi-department requisition controls

Request a healthcare demo →
Audit compliance rate
100%
With IMS audit reports
Manual tracking errorsBefore: 23%
With IMS-OSAfter: 1.2%

Retail & Wholesale

Keep shelves stocked, shrinkage low, and margins protected. IMS-OS was built on real Caribbean supermarket and wholesale operations.

  • Barcode scanning at receiving and point of sale
  • Cycle counting by category and movement
  • Shipment costing across multiple suppliers
  • POS and accounting system integration

See the Retail case study →
Shrinkage reduction
31%
Average across retail clients
Stock accuracy96.4%
On-time reporting99%

Government & Utilities

Public accountability requires accurate asset records. IMS gives government bodies the visibility and audit readiness they need.

  • Asset tracking and ownership assignment
  • Budget-controlled purchasing with multiple approvals
  • Electronic signatures for audit trail
  • Funds management by department

Book a government consultation →
Procurement transparency
Full
End-to-end audit trail
Manual approval timeReduced 70%
Budget adherence98.2%

Logistics & Construction

Parts, equipment, and project materials — tracked across sites, suppliers, and cost centres in real time.

  • Assemblies and kits management for projects
  • Lot and batch tracking (Premium)
  • Distribution and inter-site transfers
  • Shipment costing for container imports

Talk to a logistics specialist →
Container unloading speed
Faster with IMS staff
Misplacement incidentsReduced 85%
Your Path With IMS

From chaotic storeroom to certified excellence

Most clients start with a specific pain — an upcoming audit, uncontrolled shrinkage, or a storeroom no one trusts. IMS meets you where you are and takes you where you need to be.

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You describe your situation

A free 30-minute consultation with an IMS specialist. No sales pressure — just an honest assessment of where you are and what would help.

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We recommend the right service

Stabilisation, IMS-OS, embedded operations, or advisory — sometimes a combination. We tell you what makes sense for your size, budget, and urgency.

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IMS is configured for your operation

Your IMS-OS is set up to reflect your specific locations, departments, workflows, and accounting system. This is not a generic SaaS onboarding.

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Your team is trained and supported

On-site training, a full knowledge base, and live chat support. Your team is confident and capable from day one.

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You have full visibility — and we keep improving it

Ongoing support, monthly variance reviews, and annual optimisation reviews. Your IMS relationship grows as your operation does.

Lifecycle Progress — Sample Client
Acquisition Controls
✓ Complete
Asset Tracking Live
✓ Complete
Cycle Counting Active
✓ Complete
Audit Readiness
→ In progress
Performance Advisory
⋯ Upcoming
98.6% Accuracy Achieved
Client Results

What Caribbean operations leaders say

Real results from real organisations across hospitality, automotive, retail, and healthcare.

I am particularly pleased with the modification to direct purchase order authorisation requests solely to me. The implementation of automatic email notifications for both authorised POs and quotations immediately upon approval is a game-changer — it will significantly improve communication and collaboration with vendors. I am truly impressed with the promptness, efficiency, and understanding demonstrated by your team.
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Keith Griffith
Procurement Manager
Procurement
IMS provides an excellent service. They not only take stock every month but work with our restaurant manager in setting up other stock control systems. Our variance has dropped significantly.
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Restaurant Owner
Hospitality Sector, Barbados
Hospitality
With IMS-OS we make better decisions. In this stiff market, you have to make your margins on purchasing and inventory management. The visibility has completely changed how we buy.
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C-Store Dealer
Retail Sector, Barbados
Retail
We recently unloaded a container and the process was much smoother than previous. With IMS staff there was a great reduction in stock being misplaced. We were genuinely impressed.
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Warehouse Manager
Logistics Sector, Barbados
Logistics
Transparent Pricing

IMS-OS plans for every stage of growth

One free month when you pay annually. No hidden setup surprises — system configuration and training are quoted separately so you know exactly what you’re committing to.

Basic

For smaller teams getting started

Up to 10 users per business unit. Everything you need to bring order to your purchasing and inventory.

USD 199
per month · 1 free month with annual plan
  • Purchase orders & supplier management
  • Barcode tracking & multiple locations
  • Inventory reports & audit trail
  • Standard support (24/7 email)
  • Electronic signatures
Get started with Basic
System set-up from USD $450 · Training from USD $250/session
Premium

For advanced operations up to 30 users

Full platform plus lot tracking, expiration dates, sales orders, and POS integration for the most demanding operations.

USD 599
per month · 1 free month with annual plan
  • Everything in Standard
  • Lot/batch & expiration tracking
  • Sales orders & consignment
  • POS interface
  • Assemblies (recipes/kits)
  • Premium support included
Get started with Premium
System set-up from USD $950 · Training from USD $450/session
Common Questions

Answers to questions you probably have

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Is this too expensive for our size of operation?
The Basic plan starts at USD $199/month — less than one hour of inventory error costs most institutions per week. The question is not whether you can afford IMS-OS, but how much inventory inaccuracy is currently costing you without it.
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How long does setup actually take?
Most clients are operational within 2–4 weeks of signing. IMS handles the system configuration, and on-site training sessions get your team confident quickly. We have been doing this for 20 years — the setup process is smooth.
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Will it work with our existing accounting software?
IMS-OS interfaces directly with Sage, QuickBooks, and most POS systems used in the Caribbean. If you use something less common, speak with us — we have a development team that builds custom integrations.
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Is this really built for Caribbean operations or is it a foreign platform?
IMS-OS was built from the ground up by a Barbados-based team, based on direct requests from Caribbean clients. It handles BBD currency, local VAT structures, and operational realities that generic foreign platforms simply do not understand.
The People Behind IMS

A team you can actually count on

IMS is not a faceless SaaS company. We are a Barbados-based team of professionals with deep operational expertise.

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Mr. Roy E. Browne

Founder & Managing Director

Roy brings more than 25 years of experience in inventory lifecycle management, stock auditing, and hospitality operations, and has led IMS’s transition into a technology-enabled, SaaS-driven inventory management business. Under his leadership, the IMS-OS platform was developed and commercialised, and the company expanded across multiple Caribbean markets. His background includes senior roles with Marriott International, NDC Stocktaking Services (UK), and as Property Manager within the Intimate Hotels of Barbados group, where he also served two terms on the Board. He holds a Diploma in Business Management from Reading University (UK), a Supervisory Management NVQ Level 3, and a Certificate in Purchasing and Inventory Management.

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Ms. Luciene Mason

Account Service & Audit Manager

One of IMS’s first team members, Luciene brings a wealth of knowledge across all areas of the IMS client experience and provides guidance to the entire team.

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Mr. Jerome Dixon

Senior Engineer

A Computer Science graduate of the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus, Jerome brings significant international experience as a software developer. He plays a key role in the design, development, and optimisation of IMS-OS, and his expertise spans multiple operating systems, programming languages, and modern cloud-based technologies. He is responsible for delivering scalable, high-performance system components that support the reliability, resilience, and security requirements of the platform.

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Ms. Shola Johnson

Senior System Support Administrator

Shola is responsible for ensuring day-to-day stability of IMS-OS deployments, diagnosing system issues, validating software performance, and supporting consistent service delivery across client environments. She is recognised for her attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and commitment to service excellence in high-demand operational settings. She is currently advancing her technical capabilities through a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology at the University of the West Indies.

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Mrs. Paula Niles-Ward

Finance Manager

Paula brings strong expertise in administration, financial reporting, inventory management, staff training, and project support, contributing to effective operational control and delivery. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from UWI and has extensive experience in budgeting, SOP development, inventory systems, and financial oversight, supporting disciplined operations, reporting integrity, and internal governance.

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Mr. Martin Nurse

Cloud Systems & Quality Assurance Engineer

Martin is responsible for cloud infrastructure, security, compliance, and quality assurance. He brings hands-on expertise in AWS environments, cybersecurity controls, data protection, and GDPR-aligned practices. He is experienced in building secure, scalable cloud architectures, conducting security audits, and automating deployments through CI/CD pipelines. He plays a central role in platform resilience, incident response readiness, and compliance support for enterprise and public-sector clients. He holds multiple professional certifications in cloud and cybersecurity disciplines.

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Ms. Maureen Browne, MSc, MCIPD

Human Resources

Maureen is an experienced Human Resources professional with expertise in workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and organisational development. She holds a Master of Science degree along with MCIPD professional accreditation, reflecting strong competency in HR governance, policy development, and strategic people management. She provides critical oversight of recruitment, performance management, training, and compliance with employment standards.

Insights & Resources

Ideas that help you manage inventory better

Case studies, research reports, how-to guides, and industry insights — produced for Caribbean operations leaders.

2026
Barbados Inventory Lifecycle Management Report
Research Report

The Barbados Inventory Lifecycle Management Report 2026

The first independent study of how Barbadian institutions across healthcare, hospitality, retail, and government manage their operational inventory — co-created with 20 contributing executives. Includes benchmark data, sector-by-sector analysis, and strategic recommendations.

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Retail · 4 Locations
Case Study

How Retail client reduced shrinkage by 31% with IMS cycle counting

A high-volume retail operation with four locations needed a consistent, independent stocktaking process. Here is what happened.

Retail
2026
Hospitality
Case Study

From manual spreadsheets to real-time F&B visibility at Hotel.

Reconciliation that used to take three days now runs automatically.

Hospitality
2026
Healthcare
Case Study

Building audit-ready medical supply records for a new healthcare facility

A hospital under construction needed inventory systems in place from day one. IMS delivered operational readiness before opening.

Healthcare
2026
How-To Guide
Guide

The Caribbean operations leader’s guide to running a year-end stocktake

A step-by-step framework for planning, executing, and reconciling your annual stock count — with or without IMS software.

Operations
April 2026
Insight Article
Article

The invisible leak: how poor inventory management is quietly draining Caribbean hospitality profits

Most hotel managers know their occupancy rate to two decimal places. Very few know their true cost-of-goods accuracy. Here is why that matters.

Hospitality
March 2026
Insight Article
Article

Why generic foreign inventory software fails Caribbean businesses — and what to do instead

From VAT structures to container costing to local supplier management: what your offshore SaaS platform simply does not understand about your operation.

Technology
February 2026

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About IMS

Twenty-five years of Caribbean operational expertise — built into every feature

IMS was not built in Silicon Valley by engineers who have never managed a Caribbean storeroom. It was built in Barbados, by a team that has spent decades inside hotels, supermarkets, hospitals, and government departments — learning exactly what breaks down when inventory is uncontrolled.

IMS-OS is the result of that learning. It is not a generic platform adapted for the Caribbean. It is a Caribbean platform, designed from first principles, that happens to meet international standards.

Our mission: to build the number one Supply Chain Management Ecosystem in the Caribbean — one that controls the cost of goods, reduces waste, and improves the bottom line for every client we serve.

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Count On Us
Reliability is the foundation. We show up, every time.
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Integrity
We do the right thing even when no one is watching.
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We say WE, not I
Collective success over individual recognition.
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Client Guided
Your needs and goals lead every decision we make.
IMS Mission

“To build the number one Supply Chain Management Ecosystem that controls the cost of goods, reduces waste, and increases the bottom line for our clients, locally and regionally.”

25+
Years Experience
300+
Clients Served
8
Team Members
Get In Touch

Let’s talk about your inventory challenges

Whether you need a platform demo, a stocktaking team, or an honest assessment of where your operation stands — the conversation starts here. No sales pressure, no generic pitches.

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Email
info@theinventoryshop.com
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Phone
+1 (246) 426-1273
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Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
Live chat: 10:00am – 4:30pm
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Address
P.O. Box 5097
Warrens, St. Michael
Barbados
Expert Services
Our team responds to all enquiries within 1–24 hours. For urgent operational support, use the live chat on this website.

Schedule a free consultation

Tell us about your operation and we’ll come prepared with relevant ideas.

We will never share your information. Expect a response within 24 hours.

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Let’s see your operation clearly

Book a free 30-minute consultation. We will review your current setup, identify the biggest opportunities, and recommend the right IMS solution — with no obligation to commit.

Or reach us directly: info@theinventoryshop.com · +1 (246) 426-1273