Lookup Codes

We are having some difficulties determinig a strategy for lookup codes. Specfically, we are trying to determine the best way to configure lookup codes for scalability, ease of data entry, as well ease of use at cash out. The customization for my POS system is a clothing boutique. We have scattered inventory, different venders from season to season, and limited stock for the items we do carry. I really wondering if its better to simply make lookup codes numeric, and print them out on our price tags. Is there some better strategy or approach to handling lookup codes?

We are having some difficulties determinig a strategy for lookup codes. Specfically, we are trying to determine the best way to configure lookup codes for scalability, ease of data entry, as well ease of use at cash out. The customization for my POS system is a clothing boutique. We have scattered inventory, different venders from season to season, and limited stock for the items we do carry. I really wondering if its better to simply make lookup codes numeric, and print them out on our price tags. Is there some better strategy or approach to handling lookup codes?

Try AutoGen:

sequential numbers, use the A option.For categorized code plus sequential number, use the AC option.For supplier code prefix plus sequential number, use the AS option. If you want something more sophisticated, try Custom ILC in Power Ops. Custom ILC lets you design the item lookup code format including: Dept Code, Category Code, Description, Manufacturer Part Number, Sequential Number, Sub-Description 1-3, Supplier Code, Supplier Reorder Number, Matrix Class Code, UCC, plus separator values and a user-entry field. You can create different formats for standard and matrix items. Power Ops 30 day trial: Greg Digital Retail Solutions

+1 on DRS have clients using it they love it. "

YOou can also use the RR Item Creation Tool that can create items in store and hq.

Use his stuff also same as above :-)

Thanks for the tips!!! This was helpful.

"mhodgd> We are having some difficulties determinig a strategy for lookup codes.

Under the Suppllier Tab you can enter a reorder number for each Vendor/Supplier. This number will show up on the PO when you select the appropriate Supplier to generate the PO. I also put the reorder# in as an Alias to make entering an item manually faster. Craig