ERP ModuleProducts
Products Overview
Managing products in the Alpha ERP system
Products Overview
The Products module is the foundation of your ERP operations, defining what you buy, sell, and stock.
Product Concepts
What is a Product?
A product in Alpha represents:
- Sellable items - Products sold to customers
- Purchasable items - Materials bought from suppliers
- Stockable items - Items tracked in inventory
- Non-stockable items - Services or virtual products
Product Types
| Type | Tracked in Stock | Can Purchase | Can Sell |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Product | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Service | No | Yes | Yes |
| Raw Material | Yes | Yes | No |
| Finished Good | Yes | No | Yes |
Product Information
Required Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| SKU | Unique identifier (Stock Keeping Unit) |
| Name | Display name |
| Unit | Primary unit of measure |
| Category | Classification category |
Optional Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Description | Detailed product description |
| Barcode | Scannable barcode (EAN, UPC) |
| Weight | Product weight for shipping |
| Dimensions | Length, width, height |
| Image | Product photo |
Pricing
| Price Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Purchase Price | Cost to acquire |
| Sale Price | Standard selling price |
| List Price | MSRP or catalog price |
| Margin | Calculated profit margin |
Product Lifecycle
stateDiagram-v2
[*] --> Draft
Draft --> Active: Activate
Active --> Inactive: Deactivate
Inactive --> Active: Reactivate
Active --> Discontinued: Discontinue
Discontinued --> [*]Status Definitions
| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Draft | Being set up, not yet available |
| Active | Available for purchase and sale |
| Inactive | Temporarily unavailable |
| Discontinued | No longer available |
Navigation
Access Products from ERP > Products:
- All Products - Complete product list
- Categories - Category management
- Units - Unit of measure setup
- Import/Export - Bulk operations