StockX is making its first acquisition, and the target company is Scout, which has developed a the cloud-based inventory-management software topShelf. Once the deal goes through and the integration is completed, StockX will be inviting certain subscribers to use Scout’s automation, inventory management, distribution and pricing tools free of charge. Annual subscribers will receive a prorated refund. New sellers will have the option to sign up on Scout’s website. Scout will be maintaining its operational independence from StockX, but its founders and staff will become StockX employees.