Welcome to the guide on using the Items To Be Requested feature in Empress. This feature is designed to help business users gain insights into their inventory, highlighting the items that need to be restocked. By leveraging this feature, businesses can maintain optimal stock levels, avoid stockouts, and ensure smooth operations.
What is the “Items To Be Requested” Feature?
The Items To Be Requested feature is a report generation tool in the Empress software that provides an overview of the stock status of various items. It presents details such as the Item Code, Warehouse, Actual Quantity, Requested Quantity, Reserved Quantity, Ordered Quantity, and Projected Quantity. It is particularly useful for Purchase Managers, Stock Managers, and Stock Users as it assists in making informed purchasing decisions.
How to Use the “Items To Be Requested” Feature
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Viewing the Report: Navigate to the Stock module in the Empress interface. Select the “Items To Be Requested” report from the list of available reports.
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Sorting Information: The report can be sorted in ascending or descending order based on any column. Simply click on the column header to sort the data.
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Editing Information: To edit the quantity of an item, click on the item code. This will redirect you to the item’s page where you can edit the details.
User Roles and Permissions
The “Items To Be Requested” report is accessible for the following user roles:
- Purchase Manager
- Stock Manager
- Stock User
- Purchase User
These users can view, edit, sort, and track the report based on their permissions level.
Summary
In conclusion, the “Items To Be Requested” feature in Empress is a valuable tool for businesses to maintain effective inventory management. By providing a clear overview of the stock status, this feature assists in making timely and informed purchasing decisions, thereby preventing stockouts and ensuring efficient business operations.
For additional support or resources, please refer to the Empress User Guide or contact the Empress Support Team.