Introduction
Every Inventory product is defined by three fundamental sizes, namely:
- Base Unit
- Receiving Unit
- Stocking Unit
For a detailed understanding of each size, refer to the information provided in the article below.
In the case of Supplied type products, there's an additional layer of customisation through Supplier Pack Sizes, representing the various sizes in which suppliers deliver the product.
Remember, these sizes are fully customisable to fit your product descriptions seamlessly within your operation. However, exercise caution in defining them, as the descriptions will be visible to end users across various sections of Centegra Plus Inventory Management.
For example, the product sizing below:
...is displayed like this within a stock count sheet for your users:
Product sizing complexity depends on the Type Of Product. In some cases, the three size units are different to account for recipe building, stock movements and stock counts. In other cases (typically standard Recipes), the three size units are the same as no variation of sizing is needed. Examples of each are provided within the relevant Inventory Product Configuration Articles.
Base Unit
At the heart of each product lies its foundation — the Base Unit size.
All other product sizes are intricately linked to the Base Unit size. This particular size takes centre stage when connecting the product as an ingredient within recipe products.
It's crucial to define the Base Unit size as the description of the smallest size needed for the product. This description is customisable, with common examples including Gram, Millilitre, Oz, Each, Slice.
Once defined, it's important to note that the Base Unit size should not be altered. (Click Here for details.)
Receiving Unit
The Receiving Unit depends on the type of product:
- For Supplied type products, it should mirror the pack size typically received from suppliers. (Additional pack sizes are fined later within the Supplier Pack Sizes.)
- For Batch Recipe or Made type products, the Receiving Unit should reflect the size of the batch formed by the ingredients.
To enhance clarity for users within your company, provide a name that is as explicit as possible. Instead of a generic term like 'BOX' or 'BOTTLE,' opt for specifics such as BOX (5KG) or BOTTLE (1.5L).
During product sizing setup, you determine the number of Base Units making up the Receiving Unit size.
Stocking Unit
The Stocking Unit provides flexibility, with its size often tailored to the intricacies of the product structure.
Common uses of the Stocking Unit include:
- A generic measurement (e.g., KG or Litre) for products measured in stock counts.
- A smaller pack size for Supplied products when the supplier's pack can be divided.
- An alternative pack size for products ordered in different sizes from the supplier regularly.
For straightforward product setups where no specific Stocking Unit Size is needed, simply replicate the Receiving Unit Size setup, as leaving it blank is not an option.
In the product sizing setup, enter the number of Base Units making up the Stocking Unit size.
As with the Receiving Unit mentioned earlier, clear terminology is crucial for aiding users within your company. Avoid generic terms like 'BOX' or 'BOTTLE'; instead, be specific, such as BOX (5KG) or BOTTLE (1.5L)."
Supplier Pack Sizes
Against Supplied type products you link supplier products to specify what can be ordered from suppliers.
Each supplier product that is linked to a Supplied type product requires a Pack Size defined.
The Pack Size should reflect the size in which the supplier provides the product. This particular pack size is visible when creating supplier orders within Centegra Plus and is communicated to the supplier when orders are transmitted through Centegra Plus.
Against the supplier product, you specify the number of product Base Units that make up the Pack Size.