The verdict in three sentences
A tyre shop in Colobane or Grand-Yoff manages up to 180 tyre references (Bridgestone, Linglong, Sailun) with supplier lead times of 3 to 14 days: a stockout on a common size means a sale lost to the competitor next door. The app tracks sales by size, alerts at 5 units and calculates supplier credit. The result: fewer stockouts, a gross margin protected between 22 and 28% and managed cash flow.
Track stock by size, not in bulk
The classic tyre-shop trap is to think in total tyre count when stockouts happen size by size. The app segments by dimension and brand. Here are the fastest-moving references, as a 2026 order of magnitude.
| Size | Typical use | Economy price | Premium price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175/70R13 | City car | 25,000 FCFA | 42,000 FCFA |
| 185/65R14 | Compact sedan | 28,000 FCFA | 48,000 FCFA |
| 195/65R15 | Sedan | 32,000 FCFA | 58,000 FCFA |
| 205/55R16 | Touring | 38,000 FCFA | 72,000 FCFA |
| 215/65R16 | SUV | 45,000 FCFA | 90,000 FCFA |
Economy tyres sit in a 25,000 to 35,000 FCFA range and premium ones at 65,000 to 90,000 FCFA: the app distinguishes both ranges to avoid freezing cash on slow-moving premium stock.
Alerts, supplier credit and margin
A tyre shop's profitability depends as much on availability as on supplier-credit management. The app cross-references both. Here are the quantified levers.
| App lever | 2026 parameter | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alert threshold | 5 units/reference | Avoids stockout |
| Supplier lead time tracked | 3 to 14 days | On-time restocking |
| Supplier credit | 30 to 90 days via Wave B2B | Cash preserved |
| Target gross margin | 22 to 28% | Managed per reference |
| Premium turnover | 1 to 2 units/month | Stock kept deliberately low |
| Economy turnover | 8 to 15 units/month | Priority restocking |
The 30-to-90-day supplier credit via Wave B2B lets you collect the sale before paying for the tyre: well tracked by the app it is a major cash lever; poorly tracked it is over-indebtedness.
Mini case study
Pape runs a vulcanisation point in Grand-Yoff with 180 references. Before the app he suffered about 3 stockouts a week on common sizes, an estimated loss of 6 sales at 32,000 FCFA, roughly 192,000 FCFA/week. With 5-unit alerts he restocks on time and recovers most of those sales. On a 195/65R15 bought at 25,000 FCFA and resold at 32,000 FCFA he makes 7,000 FCFA, a 22% margin. The app also shows which premium references are sleeping, freeing cash for fast-moving sizes.
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FAQ
How many references can a tyre-shop stock app handle?
No practical limit: a typical point in Colobane or Grand-Yoff tracks about 180 references by size and brand, with a 5-unit alert threshold for each.
How does the app manage supplier credit?
It logs each credit delivery (30 to 90 days) and the Wave B2B settlement mode, then alerts before the due date. You always know what you owe and to whom.
What margin should I target on tyres in 2026?
A target gross margin of 22 to 28% depending on the range. The app computes margin reference by reference to avoid selling at a loss on discounts.
Does the app really avoid stockouts?
Yes, thanks to the 5-unit alert threshold combined with supplier lead time (3 to 14 days). You order before hitting zero, eliminating sales lost to competitors.
Does it need a permanent connection?
No, the app runs lightweight and syncs when the network returns, which suits Dakar's variable connectivity.
Let's talk about your project. A tyre stock app with alerts, size tracking and Wave B2B supplier credit secures your margin. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
