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Managing inventory across multiple sales channels is one of the biggest challenges in multi-channel eCommerce. With EasyChannel, you can synchronize inventory in real-time, manage multiple warehouses, and even handle bundles and kits effortlessly. This guide will walk you through using EasyChannel’s powerful inventory management tools.
1. Real-Time Inventory Sync
Automatic Synchronization Across Channels
EasyChannel ensures that when an item is sold, restocked, or updated, the changes are reflected across all your connected platforms. This eliminates overselling and keeps your stock levels accurate.
How It Works:
Enable Inventory Sync:
Go to Inventory Management under the Products Catalog.
Select your store and activate Inventory Synchronization to update stock levels dynamically.
Update Inventory from Orders:
Each new order from any sales channel automatically adjusts the total available quantity for that product across all platforms.
Set Custom Rules:
Customize inventory sync settings per channel to reflect unique business needs, including stock limits or inventory prioritization.
2. Managing Inventory Individually
Edit a Product’s Inventory:
Navigate to the Products Catalog and select a product.
Click Edit Product and go to the Inventory Tab to adjust the:
On-Hand Quantity: Adjust stock levels for immediate updates.
Bin Location: Assign specific storage locations (e.g., Row 14, Shelf A).
Check Inventory Logs:
Access the Logs Tab to track all sales and inventory changes across marketplaces for complete transparency.
3. Bulk Inventory Updates
Select Products for Bulk Actions:
In the Products Catalog, use checkboxes to select multiple items.
Export Inventory:
Export current inventory data to a CSV file for detailed review or external adjustments.
Update Inventory Quantities:
Use the Bulk Actions menu to adjust quantities for selected products (e.g., set all quantities to "1").
Import Updated Data:
Re-upload the updated CSV file to apply changes across all platforms.
4. Multi-Warehouse Management
Set Up and Manage Warehouses
Add Warehouses:
Go to Warehouse Management and create new warehouses with details like location and contact person.
Example: Add a “Miami Warehouse” with “John Smith” as the contact person.
Assign Priorities:
Set warehouse priority levels to determine which warehouse fulfills orders first.
Allocate Inventory by Warehouse:
Assign stock quantities to specific warehouses and update inventory accordingly.
5. Managing Bundles and Kits
Create and Sync Bundles/Kits
Create a New Bundle Product:
Add a new product in the Products Catalog, assign it a title, SKU, and category, and upload images.
Configure the Bundle:
In the Inventory Tab, select Bundles and Kits.
Add the components for the bundle. For example:
Include “Water Drop Earrings” (100 units available).
Set the bundle quantity to 2 units per order.
Automatic Inventory Updates:
EasyChannel automatically calculates bundle availability based on the inventory of its components.
Example: If there are 100 units of earrings, you can sell 50 bundles (2 earrings per bundle).
Save and Sync:
Click Save, and EasyChannel will sync the bundle inventory across all channels.
Pro Tips for Inventory Management
Use "Up to Quantity": Control the maximum stock shown on a specific marketplace to manage demand strategically.
Track Inventory Logs: Regularly review inventory logs to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
Bundle Optimization: Use bundle management to maximize sales while ensuring stock accuracy.
Conclusion
EasyChannel provides everything you need to manage inventory seamlessly across multiple sales channels. From real-time synchronization and multi-warehouse management to effortless bundle and kit handling, you can focus on growing your business without worrying about stock errors.
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