Supplier
The Suppliers List page provides an overview of all suppliers currently registered in the system. This list allows you to easily manage, search, and access supplier information, such as company details, contact information, and associated currency.
Key Features:
Search Functionality:
- Search Box: Use the search bar at the top to quickly find suppliers by name or company. Enter the name or keyword and click on the Search button.
- Show Also Inactive: Check this box to include inactive suppliers in the list, allowing you to view and manage all suppliers, both active and inactive.
Suppliers List Columns:
- Name: Displays the name of the supplier. Clicking on the supplier's name will usually open a detailed view or edit form.
- Company: The company associated with the supplier. This can be useful for identifying suppliers working under the same parent organization.
- Currency: Shows the currency in which transactions are conducted with the supplier (e.g., INR, USD).
- Phone: The primary contact number of the supplier. Clicking on the phone icon will initiate a call if your system is configured to handle such actions.
- Email: The primary email address for the supplier. Clicking on the email icon will open your default email client to compose a new email.
- Edit Icon (Pencil): Click this icon to edit the supplier's details. You can update contact information, currency, or any other details associated with the supplier.
- Delete Icon (Red X): Use this icon to delete a supplier. Be aware that you may not be able to delete a supplier if they are associated with ongoing transactions or have outstanding balances.
Additional Features:
- Inactive Suppliers: You can view inactive suppliers by checking the "Show also Inactive" box at the bottom. This is useful if you need to re-activate a supplier or review historical data.
- Pagination: If you have a large number of suppliers, the list may be paginated. Use the navigation tools to move between pages of supplier records.
- Bulk Delete : Now you can select multiple suppliers, and delete it. Suppose if the suppliers have transaction you can't delete it. And if you dont want to see the supplier, You can inactivate the supplier not to view in the list or inside the system.
Best Practices:
- Regular Updates: Ensure that supplier information is kept up-to-date to prevent communication errors or transaction issues.
- Categorization: Use categories and additional fields to organize suppliers effectively, making it easier to filter and manage large supplier lists.
- Inactive Suppliers: Regularly review inactive suppliers to see if any should be reactivated or if their records can be archived.