Mapping the trends and developments in inventory turnover research

A bibliometric and network visualization analysis using Vosviewer

Abstract

This study aims to identify and analyze research trends and developments that discuss inventory turnover and receivable turnover in relation to corporate profitability. The approach used is quantitative through bibliometric studies, supported by a qualitative approach in the form of a literature review. The research data is secondary data sourced from scientific journal articles indexed by Scopus and Google Scholar, collected using the Publish or Perish application during the 2020–2025 publication period. The analysis process is carried out through several stages, including data filtering using Mendeley Desktop and bibliometric network mapping and visualization using VOSviewer. The analysis results show that research related to inventory turnover and receivable turnover forms several main clusters that are interrelated with profitability, financial performance, liquidity, and the context of manufacturing companies. These findings indicate that activity ratios play a significant role in explaining a company's ability to generate profits. This study is expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the direction and focus of developing research, as well as serve as a basis for future researchers in identifying research opportunities and gaps in the field of corporate financial performance.