Step 1: Create a Consumable Inventory Product
To add a new consumable product, follow these steps:
Navigate to Inventory Products:
Go to the Inventory Products section in Elevated Signals.
Click Create New Product.
Enter Product Details:
Provide a Name for the consumable.
Choose an appropriate Category (e.g., Packaging, Equipment, Other).
Set any custom fields needed for tracking.
Save the Product:
Click Save to create the inventory product.
Step 2: Receiving Consumable Inventory
You can receive consumable inventory using one of the following methods:
Option 1: Receive via Purchase Order (Recommended for Ordered Goods)
If the consumable was purchased from a vendor:
Create a Purchase Order (PO):
Navigate to Purchase Orders and create a new PO.
Select the vendor and add the consumable product to the order.
Receive the Inventory:
Once the consumable arrives, mark the PO as received.
The inventory will be added automatically.
Option 2: Receive via Inventory Reconciliation Work Order (For Manual Adjustments)
If the consumable is manually added to the inventory:
Create an Inventory Reconciliation Work Order:
Navigate to Work Orders → Create New Work Order.
Choose Reconciliation as the Work Order Type.
Adjust the Inventory Quantity:
Start a Work Order Output and select the consumable product.
Enter the correct quantity and confirm the update.
Complete the Work Order:
Submit and close the Work Order to finalize the changes.
✅ Tip: This method is useful for adjusting stock levels when receiving items outside of a standard PO.
Additional Resources
📺 Video Tutorial: How to Create an Inventory Product
🖼 Example of an Inventory Reconciliation Work Order output:
FAQs
Can I Track Costs for Consumable Inventory?
Currently, costing is not available for consumables, but it is on the product roadmap. If you have specific requirements, let us know.
What Happens After I Add Consumable Inventory?
Once added, consumables can be tracked like other inventory items and used in various work orders.
By following these steps, you can successfully add and manage consumable inventory in Elevated Signals. If you need further assistance, feel free to contact support! 🚀