How to Perform an Inventory Transfer in Luminous

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Transferring inventory between locations in Luminous can be done in two ways: through the web interface or using the Warehouse Mobile App. This guide will walk you through both methods step by step.

Method 1: Transfer Inventory Using the Web Interface

Step 1. Access Locations

  1. Navigate to the Manage tab.
  2. Click Locations to view all locations within your warehouse.
  3. Select the warehouse you're working in (e.g., "Main Warehouse").

Step 2. Select the Location to Transfer From

  1. Choose the location where the inventory is currently stored (e.g., "Holding").
  2. Review the items and associated lot numbers (if tracked).

Step 3. Select Items to Transfer

  1. Bulk-select the items you wish to transfer (e.g., "Black Pant" and "White T-Shirt").
  2. Click Transfer SKUs.

Step 4. Choose the Destination Location

  1. Select the destination location within the same or a different warehouse (e.g., "Location A1 in Main Warehouse").
  2. Specify the quantities to be moved (e.g., 20 units of each item).

Step 5. Complete the Transfer

  1. Click Transfer to finalize the process.
  2. Confirm the updated inventory in the destination location:
    • Check the Other Bins column to verify the transferred quantities.
  3. Review the Quantity Log to see the historical transactions for the location.

Method 2: Transfer Inventory Using the Warehouse Mobile App

The Warehouse Mobile App allows for barcode-based inventory transfers, providing a faster and more efficient process.

Step 1. Set Up Barcodes

  1. Assign and print location barcodes for each storage location (e.g., "A1" and "A2").

Step 2: Scan the Current Location

  1. Open the Warehouse Mobile App.
  2. Scan the barcode for the current location (e.g., "Holding").
  3. View all products stored in that location.

Step 3: Select Items to Transfer

  1. Select the item(s) you want to move and specify the quantity.

Step 4: Scan the Destination Location

  1. Scan the barcode for the destination location (e.g., "A2").

Step 5: Complete the Transfer

  1. Confirm the transfer, which updates the inventory in real-time.

Additional Features of the Mobile App

  • Inventory Count: Scan a location to update counts or add new SKUs.
  • Quick and Accurate Transfers: Ideal for warehouses with mobile devices or scanners.
By following either method, you can efficiently transfer inventory across locations, ensuring accurate and up-to-date inventory management in Luminous.

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