SKUs, locations, and quick retrieval are the backbone of smooth shipping. Stoqit bakes these into your daily flow so you don’t overthink them.
What’s a SKU (the Stoqit way)
It’s your item code—simple, readable, and consistent. In Stoqit, SKUs can auto‑generate from your format so you don’t slow down when adding stock.
A simple, durable SKU scheme
- Prefix = category (SH for shoes, JK for jackets, EL for electronics)
- Counter = incremental number (SH‑001, SH‑002…)
- Optional = size or key trait (SH‑014‑10.5)
Keep it human‑readable. Let automation do the repetition.
Storage that saves minutes
Use bins or shelves like A1, A2, B3. Record the location on the item. On shipping day, you’ll grab without searching.
Stoqit features that make this effortless
- Auto‑generate SKUs with your format in Settings—override any item when needed
- QR codes: generate PDFs from the item drawer; scan to jump to the item instantly
- Locations: store bin/shelf, filter by location, and keep flow tight
- Categories: define SKU prefixes per category
- Context: add images and source URLs so details live with the item
Do it in Stoqit (3 steps)
- Confirm categories and SKU format in Settings
- Add items in Inventory—SKUs auto‑generate
- Print QR labels; stick them on bins/bags for fast picking
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Growing cleanly
Reserve per‑category ranges (SH‑000…SH‑999). Archive old SKUs so counters never collide. Add barcode labels only when volume requires it—the QR workflow covers most needs early on.
Quick scenario
You start with bins A and B. First shoes pair = SH‑001 in bin A; second = SH‑002 in bin B. When SH‑001 sells, you ship from bin A without digging. Next week you add SH‑003. No chaos, no memory tests—just a steady rhythm.
Monthly tidy‑up
Set a 5‑minute check: fix typos, merge duplicate categories, re‑balance crowded bins. Small maintenance keeps the system frictionless.
FAQ
Do I need barcodes?
No. Start with readable SKUs and locations. Add QR labels when you want faster scans.
How do I handle variants?
Use a parent SKU with suffixes (SH‑015‑RED, SH‑015‑BLK).
What about bundles?
Create a set SKU and list child SKUs in notes for reference.