inFlow Inventory is a comprehensive and user-friendly inventory management system designed to streamline operations for businesses in various industries, including wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, and ecommerce.
What inFlow Inventory Does
inFlow Inventory is tailored to help businesses manage their inventory, orders, and financials efficiently. It replaces the need for messy spreadsheets and manual tracking, allowing users to monitor and control their inventory levels in real-time from a single, intuitive application.
Key Features and Functionality
Inventory Management
- Real-Time Tracking: Monitor inventory levels across multiple locations, including products in stock, in transit, and their availability.
- Product Organization: Organize products using names, SKUs, multi-level categories, product photos, units of measurement, dimensions, weight, and serial numbers.
- Barcode Scanning: Generate, scan, and print barcodes to speed up inventory management processes.
Order Management
- Purchase Orders: Create, manage, and receive purchase orders. Set reorder points, choose when and where to restock, and automate cost tracking. Approvals can be required for large purchase orders.
- Sales Orders: Manage sales orders from start to finish, including picking, packing, and shipping. Generate quotes, invoices, and receipts, and handle customer returns.
- Work Orders: Manage manufacturing orders, including bill of materials, operations routing, and assembly cost tracking.
Multi-Location and Stock Management
- Multi-Location Management: Track inventory across different locations and sublocations. Use location-specific reorder points to ensure the right amount of stock is at the right place.
- Stock Alerts and Adjustments: Receive stock alerts to prevent stockouts and make stock adjustments as needed.
Financial and Accounting Integrations
- Accounting Integrations: Automatically push financial data to QuickBooks Online or Xero, reducing manual entry and ensuring accurate product costs and COGS (Cost of Goods Sold).
Reporting and Analytics
- Comprehensive Reporting: Generate various reports such as inventory summaries, purchase order status, sales order operational reports, and customer payment reports to gather and share critical business information.
Ecommerce and Other Integrations
- Ecommerce Integrations: Connect with over 35 ecommerce platforms, including Shopify and Amazon, to streamline online sales and inventory management.
- Zapier and API Integrations: Integrate with other systems using Zapier or the inFlow API for customized workflows.
User and Mobile Support
- User Permissions: Customize access rights to ensure team members have only the features they need.
- Mobile App: Use the mobile app to manage inventory, receive products, and perform other tasks on-the-go.
Additional Features
- Vendor and Customer Management: Keep track of vendor information and product catalogs, as well as customer information and sales history.
- Batch and Expiry Date Tracking: Track batch numbers and expiry dates for products, especially useful for industries with perishable goods.
inFlow Inventory offers a cloud-based solution with no contracts required, providing monthly and annual plans along with expert in-house support and training. It is highly regarded for its ease of use, robust features, and scalability, making it an ideal choice for small to medium-sized businesses across various industries.