Which ancient civilization developed the first known retail inventory management system using clay tablets that tracked merchandise, suppliers, and sales over time?

The ancient world had sophisticated retail and trade systems that mirror many modern practices. From Mesopotamian market stalls to Roman shopping complexes, ancient civilizations developed inventory management techniques, customer loyalty programs, and sales strategies that would be familiar to today's retailers. Test your knowledge about how our ancestors approached the business of buying and selling!

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Mesopotamians (Sumerians) in 3500-3000 BCE
Ancient Egyptians during the Middle Kingdom period
Phoenician traders in their Mediterranean trade network
The Indus Valley Civilization at Harappa and Mohenjo-daro