Professional Inventory Usage Report
The Professional Inventory Usage report provides a detailed breakdown of professional products used by your business. It allows you to view usage across different companies and product lines, helping you make informed decisions for future inventory planning.
This report includes:
- Quantity used
- Average product cost
- Total product cost
It also aggregates totals by product line, company, and overall usage during a selected time frame.
Accessing the Report
Navigate to: Tools > Reports > Inventory > Professional Inventory Usage
Report Sections Explained
Totals for All Product Sales
This section summarizes:
- Total Quantity: Number of professional-use items consumed.
- Average Cost: Average cost per item.
- Total Cost: Aggregate cost for all items used.
Quantity
This is the total number of items used by your business.
Tip: Drilling into the report shows usage per transaction.
Average Product Cost
Calculated using the average cost method:
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Average Cost =
(Previous Inventory Value + Order Cost excl. Tax) /
(Previous Inventory Quantity + Order Quantity)
This approach smooths cost fluctuations over time.
Total Product Cost
This value is calculated as:
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Total Product Cost = Quantity x Actual Cost
It represents the total expense incurred for each item used.
How This Report Helps
- Identify usage trends in professional products
- Improve accuracy in inventory forecasting
- Assist in budget planning and product reordering