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Inventory management tips, software guides, and updates from the iMagic team.
Bundle Products and Sell More: Using Item Groups in iMagic Inventory
Learn how iMagic Inventory's Item Groups feature lets you sell curated bundles of products as a single line item on invoices, without affecting individual item stock separately.
Make Your Inventory Database Work for Your Business with Custom Fields
Every business tracks different information about its products. iMagic Inventory's custom fields let you add the data points that matter to your specific operation.
Sleep Better: Setting Up Automatic Backups for Your Inventory Data
Your inventory database represents years of business history. Learn how to set up automatic backups in iMagic Inventory so a hardware failure never costs you that data.
Getting Tax Right: Configuring Single and Dual Tax Rates
Tax errors on invoices are embarrassing and potentially costly. Learn how to configure iMagic Inventory's tax settings so every invoice is calculated correctly, automatically.
Who Did What? Using the Audit Log to Stay in Control
When something goes wrong in your inventory system, you need to know who changed what and when. iMagic Inventory's user tracking keeps a clear record of every significant action.
Migrating from Spreadsheets to iMagic Inventory Without Starting from Scratch
You don't have to manually re-enter years of product data. iMagic Inventory's CSV import wizard lets you bring your spreadsheet data across in minutes.
From Quote to Invoice in One Click: Managing the Sales Process
Speed up your sales cycle by managing quotes and invoices in the same system. Learn how iMagic Inventory turns approved quotes into invoices without any re-typing.
Find Anything in Seconds: Using Warehouse and Bin Locations
If your team wastes time hunting for products in your warehouse, iMagic Inventory's warehouse and bin location tracking will solve it permanently.
Sell Kits and Bundles Without Losing Track of Your Components
If you sell assembled products or bundled kits, iMagic Inventory's Item Assemblies feature tracks component stock automatically so you always know what you can build.
Track Every Unit: Serial Number and Lot Tracking Explained
For businesses that need to know exactly which unit went to which customer, iMagic Inventory's Tracked Items feature delivers serial number and lot tracking with minimal effort.
Streamline Your Purchasing with Vendor Management and Purchase Orders
Stop managing supplier relationships in your head. Learn how iMagic Inventory's vendor management tools help you buy smarter and track every purchase.
How to Handle Backorders Without Losing Customers
Backorders don't have to mean lost sales. Learn how iMagic Inventory's backorder management system keeps customers informed and ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Speed Up Your Checkout: Using Barcode Scanners with iMagic Inventory
Learn how to set up barcode scanning in iMagic Inventory to process sales faster, eliminate typing errors, and run a slicker retail operation.
The Hidden Value in Your Customer Data
Your customer list is more than contact details — it's a goldmine of purchase history and insights. Learn how to use iMagic Inventory's customer records to grow sales and improve service.
Who Changed That? Setting Up User Access and Permissions
Protect your inventory data by setting up individual user accounts with the right permissions in iMagic Inventory — so staff can only access what they need.
Retail vs Wholesale: Managing Multiple Price Lists for Different Customers
Learn how to set up retail, wholesale, and VIP pricing in iMagic Inventory so each customer always gets the right price — automatically.
Stop Sending Amateur Invoices: A Guide to Professional Invoicing
Learn how to create polished, accurate invoices quickly using iMagic Inventory's invoicing screen — and why it matters more than you think for getting paid on time.
Getting Started with Inventory Software: A Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know to get started with inventory management software — what it does, why you need it, and how to get up and running quickly.
How to Never Run Out of Stock Again Using Reorder Points
Learn how to set up reorder points in iMagic Inventory so the software tells you exactly when to reorder — before you run out and lose sales.
Your Stock Count Is Wrong: How to Fix Inventory Discrepancies
Discover why your physical stock never matches your records and learn a step-by-step process to reconcile discrepancies using iMagic Inventory's Stock Count feature.
Barcode Scanning for Small Business: A Practical Guide
How barcode scanners work with inventory software, what to look for when buying a scanner, and how to set one up with iMagic Inventory.
10 Inventory Management Tips for Small Business
Practical tips to keep your inventory under control, reduce waste, and save time — whether you're just starting out or looking to improve an existing system.