The following error message will appear when accepting a plan shipment which has been created more than 48 hours ago.

As the error message indicates, a shipment must be accepted within 48 hours of created date, otherwise the shipment expires.

Are you considering taking a well-deserved break or planning a vacation? Maybe you aim to enjoy your holiday without any interruptions. Follow these straightforward steps to activate the vacation mode for your inventory, ensuring a peaceful holiday period.

Here’s how to go about it:

Go to “Settings” > “Inventory Rules”.

On the next page, you can either modify an existing rule or create a new one.

• To modify an existing rule, simply click on the rule name.
• To add a new rule, click on “Add new rule” at the top right-hand corner of the page.

Now, you have three options to set up the vacation mode.

Option 1: Manual Inventory Setting

• In the “Inventory” field, input the number “0” (or any number you desire).
• Under the “Assign to” field, assign the rule to your desired store(s).

This number will remain static and this action will notify all your assigned channels that the stock in your local warehouse is at zero ensuring you won’t receive any orders during your vacation.

Option 2: Fulfillment Latency Setting – (Only works for Amazon stores).

• Click on “Advanced options.”
• Under “Fulfillment latency,” enter the number of days it will take you to fulfill your orders.
• Under the “Assign to” field, assign the rule to your desired store(s).

With this setting enabled, your current inventory will be displayed on your channel, along with the specified fulfillment time.

Option 3: Restock Date Setting – (Only works for Amazon stores).

• From your Inventory rule, click on “Advanced options.”
• Under “Restock date,” enter the date when you will start shipping out the orders.
• Under the “Assign to” field, assign the rule to your desired store(s).

With this setting enabled, your current inventory will be showcased on your channel, along with the expected restocking date.

Option 4: Release Date Setting – (Only works for Amazon stores).

• From your Inventory rule, click on “Advanced options.”
• Under “Release date,” enter the date when you will begin fulfilling orders.
• Under the “Assign to” field, assign the rule to your desired store(s).

With this settings, you can can choose a date which will display on Amazon, of the time you will continue fulfilling orders.

This is what it will look like on Amazon:

Note: If you select both a Release Date and a Fulfillment Latency, the number of latency days will be added in addition to the release date.

Dear Valued Customers,

We are thrilled to announce a game-changing enhancement to Inventory Ahead – your trusted partner in seamless inventory management! Our dedicated team has been hard at work, listening to your feedback and innovating to bring you a more user-friendly and efficient experience.

Introducing the Bulk Product and Inventory Uploads Enhancement – a feature designed to make your inventory management tasks a breeze. Whether you’re an existing customer or a potential one, this update is set to revolutionize the way you handle your inventory.

What’s New:

Effortless Bulk Uploads: We understand that managing a large inventory can be time-consuming. With our new enhancement, you can now upload multiple products and update inventory quantities in one go! No more manual entries or tedious processes. Simply prepare your data in a compatible format, upload it, and watch as your inventory gets updated seamlessly.

User-Friendly Interface: Our updated interface is designed with you in mind. You don’t need to be a tech expert to navigate through the process. The intuitive design ensures that you can effortlessly manage your inventory uploads, saving you time and reducing the chances of errors.

Real-Time Validation: Worried about data accuracy? Our new feature includes real-time validation checks, alerting you to potential errors or inconsistencies in your data before finalizing the upload. This means fewer headaches caused by incorrect information and more confidence in your inventory management processes.

Data Security: We take data security seriously. Rest assured that your sensitive inventory data is protected throughout the upload process. Your trust in us is paramount, and we’ve implemented measures to ensure your information remains safe.

Seamless Integration: Our Bulk Product and Inventory Uploads Enhancement seamlessly integrates with your existing Inventory Ahead account. No need to learn a new platform or disrupt your workflow – it’s all there, ready to enhance your inventory management efficiency.

Getting Started:

For our existing customers, simply log in to your Inventory Ahead account and explore the new enhancement in the menu.

We’ve also attached sample template to remove the tedious step of creating headers and formatting the upload template, to help you make the most of this feature.

If you’re new to Inventory Ahead, there’s never been a better time to join our community. Say goodbye to inventory management headaches and hello to a streamlined, efficient process that empowers your business growth.

At Inventory Ahead, we’re committed to providing you with the tools you need to succeed. This enhancement is just one of the ways we’re working to make your experience exceptional.

Thank you for choosing Inventory Ahead as your inventory management solution. We’re excited to embark on this enhanced journey with you!

Best regards,
The Inventory Ahead Team

P.S. Have questions or need assistance? Our support team is here to help! Feel free to reach out via email Support@inventoryahead.com or our support portal. Let’s take your inventory management to the next level, together!

Note, “Days to Count” and “Days to Reorder” are customizable to your preferences. They can be viewed or modified by navigating to Settings > Replenish Rules.