Overview
StockPro’s inventory monitoring features help you maintain optimal stock levels, identify low-stock items, and organize products efficiently. The Inventario > Productos panel provides comprehensive visibility into your entire product catalog.Viewing Inventory Status
Access the complete inventory overview by navigating to Inventario > Productos from the sidebar.Inventory Panel Features
The main inventory panel displays:- Total product count (e.g., “Productos registrados: 1,284 en total”)
- Comprehensive product table with key details
- Real-time stock status badges
- Quick action buttons for each product
- Pagination for large inventories
Product Table Columns
The inventory table shows:| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| SKU | Product identification code (e.g., AUD-001) |
| Producto | Product name and brand |
| Categoría | Product category classification |
| Precio | Selling price |
| Stock | Current quantity in units |
| Mín. | Minimum stock threshold |
| Estado | Status badge (En Stock, Stock Bajo, Sin Stock) |
| Acciones | Edit and delete buttons |
Understanding Stock Alerts
Stock Status Badges
Products are automatically categorized with color-coded badges:🟢 En Stock (In Stock)
- Color: Green badge
- Meaning: Product has adequate inventory
- Condition: Current stock is above minimum threshold
- Example: Audífonos Bluetooth Pro - 42 units (minimum: 10)
🟠 Stock Bajo (Low Stock)
- Color: Orange badge
- Meaning: Product needs reordering soon
- Condition: Current stock is below minimum threshold but not zero
- Example: Cable USB-C 2m - 4 units (minimum: 15)
- Display: Stock quantity appears in red text for emphasis
🔴 Sin Stock (Out of Stock)
- Color: Red badge
- Meaning: Product is completely unavailable
- Condition: Current stock is 0 units
- Example: Monitor 27” 144Hz - 0 units (minimum: 3)
- Impact: Cannot be added to sales cart in POS system
Low stock items are highlighted with red text in the Stock column to draw immediate attention
Dashboard Stock Alerts
The main dashboard displays system-wide alerts: Alert Banner Example:- Appears at the top of the dashboard
- Shows total count of low-stock products
- Provides a direct link to view affected products
- Updates in real-time as inventory changes
Filtering and Searching Products
Using the Search Bar
The search bar provides multiple ways to find products:Text Search
Type in the 🔍 Buscar por nombre, SKU o categoría… field to search:
- Product names (e.g., “Audífonos”)
- SKU codes (e.g., “AUD-001”)
- Categories (e.g., “Audio”)
Filter by Category
Use the category dropdown to narrow results:
- Todas las categorías (show all)
- Electrónica
- Accesorios
- Periféricos
- Audio
Quick Filter Workflows
Finding Items to Reorder
- Go to Inventario > Productos
- Select Stock bajo from the stock status filter
- Review all products below minimum levels
- Note quantities needed to reach minimum thresholds
Reviewing Category Inventory
- Select a specific category from the category dropdown
- Review all products in that category
- Check stock levels across similar items
- Identify category-specific trends
Locating Specific Products
- Type product name or SKU in search field
- Results filter in real-time
- Click ✏️ Editar to view or update details
Managing Low Stock Items
Identifying Low Stock Products
Check Dashboard Alert
Review the alert banner: “⚠️ Alerta de stock bajo: [X] productos tienen menos de 5 unidades”
Taking Action on Low Stock
When you identify low stock items:-
Calculate Reorder Quantity
- Note the difference between current stock and minimum threshold
- Consider maximum stock level if set
- Factor in lead time and sales velocity
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Update Stock Levels
- Click ✏️ Editar on the product
- Update Cantidad Inicial field
- Adjust minimum/maximum thresholds if needed
- Save changes
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Place Orders with Suppliers
- Use product details for ordering
- Reference SKU codes
- Track expected delivery dates
Consider adjusting minimum stock thresholds based on actual sales patterns to prevent frequent stockouts
Category-Based Monitoring
Available Categories
StockPro organizes inventory into these categories:- Audio: Headphones, speakers, audio accessories
- Electrónica: Monitors, displays, electronic devices
- Periféricos: Keyboards, mice, input devices
- Accesorios: Cables, hubs, general accessories
Category Analysis
Review Stock Distribution
Observe:
- Number of products in category
- Stock status across items
- Price ranges
- Popular brands
Dashboard Category Insights
The dashboard includes an Inventario por Categoría chart showing:- Distribution of products across categories
- Visual representation of category balance
- At-a-glance category health
Inventory Metrics and KPIs
Dashboard Metrics
The dashboard displays key inventory indicators: Productos en Stock- Current metric: 1,284 products
- Status indicator: ”▼ 3 sin stock”
- Quick visibility into overall inventory health
- Not directly displayed but calculable
- Based on cost prices and quantities
- Important for financial reporting
Real-Time Updates
Inventory metrics update automatically when:- New products are added
- Stock quantities change
- Sales are processed through POS
- Products are edited or deleted
Inventory Table Features
Product Information Display
Each product row shows: SKU Code- Displayed in monospace font (e.g.,
AUD-001) - Used for quick identification
- Searchable field
- Bold product name (e.g., “Audífonos Bluetooth Pro”)
- Brand name in smaller, gray text below (e.g., “SoundMax”)
- Two-line compact format
- Selling price in bold (e.g., “$89.99”)
- Easy comparison across products
- Current quantity with units (e.g., “42 uds.”)
- Red text for low/zero stock
- Minimum threshold for reference
Quick Actions
Each product has action buttons:- ✏️ Editar: Opens product for editing
- 🗑️: Deletes product from inventory
Edit and delete actions are available directly from the table for efficient management
Pagination and Navigation
Browsing Large Inventories
For catalogs with many products: Pagination Info- Shows current range: “Mostrando 1–6 de 1,284 productos”
- Indicates total product count
- Updates based on filters applied
- ← Anterior: Previous page
- Numbered buttons: Jump to specific page (1, 2, 3…)
- Siguiente →: Next page
- Current page highlighted in blue
Best Practices for Inventory Monitoring
Daily Tasks
Weekly Reviews
- Review each category’s stock distribution
- Analyze minimum threshold effectiveness
- Adjust reorder points based on sales velocity
- Identify slow-moving inventory
Monthly Analysis
- Compare stock levels to previous months
- Review stockout frequency
- Evaluate category performance
- Optimize minimum/maximum stock levels
Integration with Other Features
POS System Connection
Inventory monitoring directly impacts sales:- Out-of-stock items are disabled in POS
- Stock decreases automatically with each sale
- Real-time updates prevent overselling
Dashboard Integration
Inventory data feeds into:- Stock alert notifications
- Product count metrics
- Category distribution charts
- Activity feed updates
Reporting Connection
Inventory levels contribute to:- Costo Inventario metric in reports
- Valuation calculations
- Product profitability analysis
Accurate inventory monitoring ensures all other system features work correctly