Introduction
Welcome to the guide for the Buying feature of Empress. This feature is essential for managing your business’s procurement processes. It allows you to track purchase orders, manage suppliers, view buying trends, and much more. This guide will guide you through using this feature and demonstrate how it can enhance your business operations.
The Buying Workspace
The Buying Workspace is the central hub for all buying-related tasks. Here you can view and manage purchase orders, track supplier performance, and access essential procurement reports.
Accessing the Buying Workspace
To access the Buying Workspace:
- Open Empress.
- On the main menu, click on the ‘Buying’ icon.
Key Functions
Purchase Order Trends
The Purchase Order Trends chart provides a visual representation of your purchase orders over time. This can help you identify trends and plan for future buying needs.
Shortcuts
The Shortcuts section provides quick access to commonly used features such as:
- Item: View and manage your items.
- Material Request: Create and track material requests.
- Purchase Order: Create and manage purchase orders.
- Purchase Analytics: View key procurement metrics and trends.
Reports & Masters
The Reports & Masters section provides access to detailed buying reports and master data, such as supplier details and item pricing.
User Roles and Permissions
Empress allows you to manage user roles and permissions to ensure that only authorized personnel can access and edit procurement data.
Conclusion
The Buying feature in Empress is a comprehensive tool for managing your business’s procurement processes. It allows for efficient tracking of purchase orders, suppliers, and buying trends. This ensures you always have the right information at hand to make informed buying decisions. For further assistance, please refer to Empress’s user manual or contact our support team.