Adding a Business Category
Follow these simple steps to add a new business category:
Step 1: Navigate to Vendors in the left sidebar menu
Step 2: Select Business Category from the submenu options
Step 3: Click the Add Category button (highlighted in green with a plus icon)
When adding a new category, you'll need to provide:
Category name
Description (optional but recommended)
Category image
Status (Active/Inactive)
After filling in the required information, click "Save" to create your new business category.
Removing a Business Category
If you need to remove a business category:
Navigate to the Business Category section following the same steps above
Locate the category you wish to remove in the list
Click the Delete button in the Action column for that category
Confirm the deletion when prompted
Important Notes:
Deleting a category will affect any vendors currently assigned to it
Consider reassigning vendors to different categories before deletion
You cannot restore a deleted category, so proceed with caution
Benefits of Proper Category Management:
Improves customer navigation and product discovery
Creates a logical structure for your marketplace
Helps vendors properly position their offerings
Simplifies marketplace administration and reporting