Specifications

Chapter 5. Inventory
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ITEM NUMBER
Field #1
Each item must have an item number. It is one of 4 ways the computer stores and
retrieves information for that particular item (the others are catalog number,
manufacturer's (mfg) number, and short description). Most inventory reports can
be printed in order of these 4 ways to retrieve item information. If you have not
done so already, read "Numbering Inventory" for a thorough explanation of item
number.
CATALOG NUMBER
Field #2
In addition to the item number, each item must have a catalog number. The
catalog number is the most common number used during POS and
Purchasing/Receiving to look up items. Item numbers are rarely used because
they are 8 digits long and can be difficult to remember. Catalog numbers may
contain numbers, letters, and punctuation marks, which help to make the item
more recognizable. The catalog number has some simple characteristics:
Ø Required for all items
Ø No duplicates allowed
Ø 15 characters long including numbers, letters, punctuation marks, and
spaces
Here are some examples of commonly used catalog numbers:
DF2410G Doug Fir 2x4-10 Green
24RLH 2x4 Random Length Hem Fir
2408H 2x4-8 Hem Fir
2412CCA 2x-12 CCA Treated
58CDX 4x8-5/8 CDX Plywood
1206PBS 3/4x12-06 Particle Board Shelf
2020SHM 2/0x2/0 Single Hung Mill
44CPF 4x100 4 Mil Clear Polyfilm
58DWF 4x8-5/8 Firecode Dry Wall
10COM 10d Common Nails
A100A-6 A 100 A 6x6 Passage Knob
GWG 1 Gallon Titebond Wood Glue
PAINT SPRAYER Paint Sprayer for Rental
Remember, make catalog numbers easy to remember or figure out. You can also
have the price sticker be printed with the catalog number if you are using price
stickers.