A composite product consists of multiple individual products combined to form a single SKU (Stock Keeping Unit). This product is sold as a unit, such as a flower bouquet, a meal, or a stationery set. The cost and availability of the composite product are automatically calculated based on the components added to it. When the composite product is sold, the stock levels of its components are reduced accordingly.
Steps to Add a Composite Product
1. Add Base Products
Add all the base/raw products to the inventory first.
2. Create the Composite Product
Go to: Products & Inventory > Products > New Product.
Select the product type: Composite Product.
Product Information
Basic Details
Product Name:
Enter the final product name (e.g., "Flower Bouquet"), which will appear on sales invoices and barcodes.
⚠️ Keep it concise for clarity on receipts.
SKU (Stock Keeping Unit): A unique identifier for each product (cannot be duplicated). It consists of numbers and sometimes letters. You can add a globally recognized SKU or a custom SKU based on your company’s cataloging and classification system. If you do not have an SKU, you can generate one by selecting Generate SKU, and the system will automatically assign a default 12-digit SKU.
ℹ️ Used for: Tracking available stock, sales transactions and invoices, searching for products in reports, purchase and return invoices, stock counting, stock transfers, and stock adjustments.
Barcode (Optional):
An additional identifier for the product that can be different from the SKU.
Description (Optional):
This appears in the product details but not on sales invoices.
Add an image for the composite product, which will appear on the POS interface.
Use drag-and-drop or upload an image from your device.
Adding Compositing Products
Search for the product name or SKU to add components.
Define the quantity for each component based on its inventory setup.
Example: You have a product (Flour) that was previously added to inventory as a simple product measured in kg. Now, you need a specific quantity in grams. Enter the required quantity: 0.34.
You have a product (Eggs) that was previously added to inventory as units (by piece). Enter the required quantity: 3 eggs.
ℹ️ When selling a composite product, the specified quantities are deducted from the main inventory.
Example: If you have 100 eggs in stock and sell one cake, the stock of the main product will decrease to 97 eggs.
Stock and Pricing
⚠️ The cost and quantity of a bundled product are automatically determined based on the products included within it. Any changes to the cost or quantity of these products will directly affect the bundled product's cost and quantity.
Example: If one of the included products runs out of stock, the bundled product's quantity becomes 0. To update the bundled product's quantity, you must adjust the quantities of the individual products within it.
Retail Price:
Enter the selling price for the composite product.
⚠️ Ensure that tax settings are configured on the platform before adding the price. For more details, [click here].
Wholesale Price (Optional):
Set a bulk selling price, typically lower than the retail price.
Tax Type:
Choose the appropriate tax type based on platform settings.
Classification
Product Category (Optional): Organize products into categories for reporting and easier POS navigation.
Add new categories directly or choose existing ones.
ℹ️ You can add a main category, a subcategory, and a sub-subcategory. For more details, click here.
Add a New Main Category:
Click the (+) icon.
Enter the category name.
Click Save Category. The category will be added immediately.
Supplier (Optional): Assign a supplier to track purchase details.
Add new suppliers or select from the existing list
ℹ️ Assigning a supplier helps track sales per supplier through the Sales by Product report.
Add a New Supplier:
Click the (+) icon.
Enter the following details:
Supplier Code: A unique alphanumeric identifier for each supplier. You can assign it based on a sequential numbering system or your internal classification method.
Supplier Name: Appears on purchase invoices, purchase returns, and expense vouchers.
3 .Click Save Suppliers. The supplier will be added immediately and reflected in the Suppliers List, accessible via: Purchases & Suppliers > Suppliers.
Brand (Optional): Assign a brand to organize sales reports by brand.
Add a New Brand:
Click the (+) icon.
Enter the brand name.
Click Save Brand. The brand will be added immediately.
Saving the Product
Once all details are entered, click Save to add the product to the inventory.
FAQs
1. Can I add a composite product within another composite product?
No, this option is currently unavailable but will be added in future updates.
2. Does the product description appear on the sales invoice?
No, the description is stored in the Products (Inventory) section and does not appear on the invoice. The system displays only the product name.
3. Can I temporarily disable the sale of a composite product?
Yes, you can disable sales by unchecking Available for Sale.
ℹ️ Some users do this when conducting an inventory count for raw materials used in the composite product.
4. If I stop selling a product inside a composite product, will it stop the sale of the composite product?
No, stopping sales for an individual product does not automatically disable the sale of the composite product.
5. Is there a limit to the number of products that can be added to a composite product?
No, you can add as many products as needed.
6. The cost of the composite product appears incorrect. How can I fix it?
Review the quantities of included products; increasing the quantity raises the cost, while decreasing it lowers the cost.
Verify the cost of each individual product inside the composite product and correct any errors.
7. Why do I see a "Product Unavailable" notification when selling a composite product?
Ensure that all products inside the composite product have sufficient stock.
8. I want to offer multiple services as a bundle at a different price. How can I set this up?
Add each service as an individual product and disable inventory management. Then, include all services in a composite product. Learn more
9. Are additional options available for composite products?
No, additional options are not supported for composite products.
10. Can I modify products or quantities inside a composite product after adding it to inventory?
Yes, you can:
To add a new product, search for it in the designated field and select it.
To increase or decrease the quantity, click (+) or (-) or enter the quantity manually.
To remove a product, click the 🗑️ (Delete) icon.
11. Can I add a composite product through a purchase invoice?
No, since a composite product consists of multiple items, you must add purchase invoices for the individual products inside it. The stock and cost of the composite product will update accordingly.
12. Can I perform an inventory count for a composite product?
No, inventory counts apply only to simple and variable products. Counting the inventory of the included products will automatically update the composite product’s stock.
13. Can I transfer stock for a composite product?
Yes, when transferring a composite product, the individual products inside it are transferred. The stock of the composite product at the destination location will be updated accordingly.
14. Can I remove a composite product if it expires or gets damaged?
No, since a composite product consists of multiple items, it cannot be removed directly. Instead, remove the individual products, which will automatically adjust the composite product’s stock.
15. How can I adjust the stock quantity of a composite product?
Modify the stock of the individual products inside it through:
Purchase invoices
Stock transfers
Manual quantity adjustments