How low stock and out of stock warnings work

Low stock warnings help you reorder before you run out. Out-of-stock warnings help you avoid selling items you no longer have.

Low stock alert level

• The low stock alert level is the number where Bizwazi should start warning you.
• If current stock is at or below this level, the item can show as Low stock.
• Set the alert level based on how quickly the item sells and how long restocking takes.

Out of stock

• Out of stock means there is no usable stock left according to Bizwazi.
• Check stock before selling or invoicing out-of-stock items.
• If the physical shelf has stock but Bizwazi shows zero, use a stock adjustment after checking why.

How to choose a good low stock level

• Fast-selling items should have a higher alert level.
• Items that take long to reorder should have a higher alert level.
• Slow-moving items can have a lower alert level.
• Expensive items may need a careful alert level to avoid tying up too much cash.

Kenyan mini-mart example

• If milk sells quickly every morning and supplier delivery can take a day, the shop may set the low stock alert level higher. If a slow-moving imported item sells once a month, the alert level can be lower.