The Suppliers table stores information about wireless device manufacturers, distributors and return agents. Specifying a supplier on a product helps maintain inventory information. If a supplier is designated as a Manufacturer, it is available for selection on the Main tab of the Retail Product in Product Catalog. If a supplier is designated as a Distributor, it is available for selection on the Distributors tab of the Retail Product in Product Catalog. If a supplier is designated as a Return Agent, it is available for selection when performing a Return-to-Agent transfer.
To add or edit a supplier:
From the Applications menu, select Product Management > Suppliers. This displays the Supplier window.
Right-click a row and select New or Edit.
Enter or change information as needed.
Supplier Info
Name - The supplier's name, such as Motorola.
Supplier Code - The alphanumeric code for the supplier as determined by your company.
Account Number - The account number given to your company by the supplier.
URL - The supplier's Web site address. This is often used as a means to contact the supplier.
Supplier Type - A supplier can be manufacturer, a distributor, a return agent or all three. Check all that apply.
Contact Info - Enter pertinent information to facilitate contacting the supplier.
Notes - This tab provides a text field for any additional information about the supplier, such as Beware of shipping charges.
Notes
A text field for any additional information about the supplier, such as "Beware of shipping charges."
Click Save.