Article number access

What is meant by Article number access?

The term "article number access" refers to the capability of a system to specifically access article information identified by unique article numbers. Article numbers, also known as SKUs (Stock Keeping Units), are unique identifiers assigned to a product to manage and identify it within the system. Article number access enables users and systems to quickly locate, edit, track, or perform processes related to specific products.

Typical software functions in the area of "article number access":

1. Direct Article Search: Fast and precise search for products using their article number.
2. Article Number Management: Creating, editing, and deleting article numbers within the system.
3. Integration with Inventory Management: Accessing inventory and stock information through article number entry.
4. Price Queries: Direct access to price and discount information of an article via its number.
5. Article Tracking: Tracking the status of an article throughout the production or delivery cycle using its article number.
6. Barcode Integration: Using barcodes for quick capture and processing of article numbers.
7. Report Generation: Generating reports based on specific article numbers, such as sales figures or stock movements.
8. Error Prevention: Avoiding confusion or mistakes by uniquely accessing articles via their numbers.
9. Integration with E-Commerce Platforms: Synchronizing article numbers between internal systems and online stores.
10. User Rights Management: Controlling access to article numbers based on user rights and roles.

Examples of "Article Number Access":

1. Product Identification: A warehouse worker scans a product’s article number to check its storage location and inventory level.
2. Price Update: A sales representative accesses the article number to enter current price changes for a product.
3. Inventory Reconciliation: A buyer uses the article number to match the current inventory with the supplier order.
4. Sales Statistics: An analyst creates a report showing the sales figures of an article over various periods.
5. Return Processing: A customer service agent uses the article number to register a return in the system.
6. Production Control: A production planner uses the article number to identify materials for a production order.
7. Supplier Reconciliation: An accounting department verifies supplier data by matching article numbers of delivered products with the purchase order.
8. Barcode Scanning: A logistics worker scans barcode labels to automatically transfer article numbers into the system.
9. Order Tracking: A sales representative tracks the status of an order by its article number until delivery.
10. Inventory Optimization: A warehouse manager analyzes article numbers to manage stock more efficiently.