Where to find products low in stock?
The Low Stock health check in OneCart helps you monitor SKUs that are running low on stock, ensuring that you can replenish inventory in time and avoid stockouts. This report highlights variants with quantities below your specified reserve threshold, helping you maintain optimal inventory levels.
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Last updated Nov 20, 2024
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Features
1. List of Low Stock Variants
The report displays all SKUs in OneCart with stock levels below the designated reserve quantity. Variants are sorted with the most recently updated items appearing first, making it easy to focus on the latest inventory changes.
2. Reserve Quantity Monitoring
The system uses the Reserve Quantity as a benchmark to identify low-stock SKUs. Any SKU falling below this threshold is included in the report.
How to Access the Low Stock Health Check
- Navigate to the Advanced section in OneCart.
- Select Health Check > Low Stoc k from the available options.
- Review the list of SKUs and their current stock levels.
Managing Low Stock SKUs
Bulk Updating Quantities or Reserve Levels
To quickly adjust stock or reserve quantities:
- Download the Inventory List csv
- Edit the File
- Update the stock or reserve quantities for the relevant SKUs under the Reserve Quantity column
- Re-upload the File
Best Practices
- Set Appropriate Reserve Quantities : Regularly review and adjust reserve levels based on sales trends to ensure you identify critical stockouts promptly.
- Schedule Regular Reviews : Check the Low Stock Report periodically to stay ahead of potential inventory shortages.
- Use Bulk Upload : For large-scale inventory updates, leverage the Bulk Upload feature for efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happens if my reserve quantity is not set?
A: SKUs without a reserve quantity will not trigger alerts in the Low Stock Report. Make sure to set reserve levels for all active products.
Q: Can I export the Low Stock Report?
A: Yes, you can export the report as a CSV file for offline review and planning.
Q: How do I prioritize replenishment?
A: Focus on SKUs with the highest sales velocity or those critical to your operations. The report helps you identify such SKUs quickly.