How Do You Track Inventory Items and Stock Movements in Zoho Books?

How Do You Track Inventory Items and Stock Movements in Zoho Books?


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Zoho Books offers built-in inventory tracking to monitor stock levels, item costs, and movement history—suitable for businesses selling physical products.

  1. Enable Inventory:

    • Go to Settings → Items → Enable “Track Inventory.”

  1. Add Items:

    • Go to Items → + New Item → Define SKU, unit, opening stock, and reorder point.

  1. Track Sales and Purchases:

    • When you sell (Invoices) or buy (Bills) tracked items, inventory updates automatically.

  1. Monitor Stock Reports:

    • Use Inventory Summary, Stock on Hand, and Inventory Valuation reports.

Why This Workflow Matters:
Inventory tracking prevents stockouts, improves order accuracy, and integrates seamlessly with invoicing and purchase processes.