We hope this email finds you well. We are thrilled to bring you the latest updates on Zoho Inventory, the all-in-one solution for effective inventory management. In this newsletter, we will delve into some exciting use cases and features of Zoho Inventory that will revolutionize the way you handle your inventory. Let’s get started!

Use Case : Manufacturing Company

If you’re a manufacturing company, Zoho Inventory can optimize your inventory management. Easily track raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP) items, and finished goods. Coordinate your production schedules, manage stock levels, and streamline order fulfillment. Improve warehouse efficiency and maintain accurate inventory records using barcode and serial number tracking.

Product Setup: Begin by setting up your products in Zoho Inventory. Define the raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP) items, and finished goods that are part of your manufacturing process. Assign unique SKUs to each product to ensure accurate tracking and identification.

Bill of Materials (BOM): Create Bill of Materials (BOM) for your finished goods. A BOM lists the components and quantities required to manufacture a specific product. Define the raw materials, WIP items, and their respective quantities that go into producing each finished good. This helps you track inventory levels and plan production efficiently.

Purchase Management: Manage your raw material inventory by creating purchase orders in Zoho Inventory. When you need to replenish stock, create purchase orders and send them to your suppliers. Track the status of each purchase order, receive goods against them, and update inventory levels accordingly.

Production Planning: Plan your production activities in Zoho Inventory. Based on customer demand, sales forecasts, or inventory levels, create production orders. Production orders specify the quantity of finished goods to be manufactured. Zoho Inventory will deduct the required raw materials from inventory as the production progresses.

Work Orders and Workstations: Execute your production plans by creating work orders in Zoho Inventory. A work order specifies the tasks and operations required to manufacture a specific quantity of a finished good. Assign workstations or production lines to each work order to track progress and manage resource allocation.

Barcode and Serial Number Tracking: Use barcode and serial number tracking features in Zoho Inventory to maintain accurate inventory records. Assign unique barcodes or serial numbers to individual items to track their movement through the manufacturing process. Scan barcodes to update stock levels, perform quality checks, and ensure accurate stocktaking.

Quality Control: Implement quality control processes using Zoho Inventory. Define quality inspection checkpoints at different stages of production. Perform quality checks on raw materials, WIP items, and finished goods to ensure adherence to quality standards. Record and track inspection results within the system.

Sales Order Fulfillment: Manage order fulfillment seamlessly in Zoho Inventory. When sales orders are received, allocate available finished goods to fulfill the orders. Track order status, generate packing slips, and manage order shipments from within the system. Update inventory levels automatically as orders are fulfilled.

Reporting and Analytics: Leverage Zoho Inventory’s reporting and analytics capabilities to gain insights into your manufacturing operations. Generate reports on inventory levels, production costs, order fulfillment rates, and more. Analyze production efficiency, identify bottlenecks, and make data-driven decisions to optimize your manufacturing processes.