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How to Manage Categories
How to Manage Categories

Strategies and best practices for managing categories with DizLog POS

Updated over 11 months ago

In the realm of modern retail and hospitality businesses, the implementation of a robust Point of Sale (POS) system has become an indispensable tool for streamlining operations and enhancing customer experiences.

With DizLog POS system you have the ability to manage categories efficiently. Proper category management not only organizes your products but also improves inventory control, sales reporting, and overall customer satisfaction.

Learn in which Inventory Type your Category will fall:

Inventory Type: GOODS

Retail Stores, Clothing and Apparel, Electronics and Appliances, Grocery Stores, Beauty and Cosmetics, Convenience Stores, Pharmacy and Healthcare, Hardware Stores, and many more.

Inventory Type: SERVICE

Appointment-Based Services, Consulting and Professional Services, Healthcare and Wellness Services, Salon and Spa Services, Training and Education Services, Repair and Maintenance Services, IT and Tech Support Services, Event Planning Services and many more.

Inventory Type: INGREDIENTS/RAW MATERIALS

Office Supplies, Cleaning and Janitorial Supplies, IT and Technology Supplies, Packaging and Shipping Supplies, Uniforms and Workwear, Office Equipment, Marketing and Promotional Supplies, Kitchen Supplies, Cookware and Bakeware, Food Storage Containers, Utensils and Servingware, Beverage Service Supplies, Food Safety Supplies and many more.

Inventory Type: F&B SERVICES

Restaurants, Cafes and Coffee Shops, Bakeries, Fast Food and Takeout, Food Trucks and Street Food, Bars and Pubs, Catering Services, Fine Dining, Buffet Restaurants, Ethnic and Specialty Restaurants, Food Delivery Services and many more.

Inventory Type: RENTAL SERVICES

Equipment Rental, Vehicle Rental, Event and Party Rentals, Audiovisual Equipment Rental, Real Estate Rental, Costume and Formalwear Rental, Outdoor Gear Rental, Video Game and Entertainment Rentals, Furniture Rental, Fitness Equipment Rental, Medical Equipment Rental and many more.

Inventory Type: DIGITAL

E-commerce Stores, Digital Products and Services, Subscription Services, Affiliate Marketing, Dropshipping, Freelancing and Online Services, Content Creation and Monetization, Digital Marketing Agencies, Online Consultations and Coaching, Software as a Service (SaaS), Online Marketplaces, Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) Experiences, Online Gaming and Esports, Software Development and IT Services, Webinars and Online Events and many more.

To Start Creating your Category

  1. From "Inventory/Catalog" dropdown list click on "Category"

  2. Click " + Add Categories"

  3. Start by selecting image or color and shape that will represent the category on POS so the user will have an easy navigation of the Categories

  4. Choose "Inventory Type"

  5. Enter the "Category Name" that will show on POS Catalog

  6. Toggle on Visible on Catalog to show the category in POS and E-Store, keeping this toggle off means will not show up in both POS and e-Store

  7. Click "Save" once done

    💡 In Managing Categories it will be easier to filter the Inventory type first by filtering "Type" dropdown.

  8. To Edit category just click ✏️ icon and to delete category just click 🗑️ to delete.

    💡 You will not able to delete a category if the category still contain products, all products and stock must be deleted prior deleting the a category.

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