Purpose The ACUMEN Consignment Distribution Optional Module enables
publishers to sell other publishers' products on consignment. The
module is designed to improve efficiency and enhance vendor communications
by automating the costing, accounts payable, inventory management
and reporting associated with distribution.
Key Features & Benefits
Unlimited number of vendors supported. Each vendor can be assigned
different terms.
3 costing methods. % of List Price, % of Unit Price, Fixed Unit
Cost.
Accounts Payable fully automated. Monthly Accounts Payable records
are automatically created and updated as sales for vendor products
are accrued.
10 additional reports & statements.
Reporting Flexibility. Monthly reporting can be transmitted
on paper or electronically.
Tightly integrated with Purchase Order system. Automated reordering
saves time and improves warehouse utilization.
Vendor-specific Inventory Adjustments are tracked and reported.
Adjustments are included in the monthly statement. A detailed
Vendor-specific Inventory Adjustment report can be generated.
Completely compatible with ACUMEN Fulfillment Import module.
Consignment Vendors who use ACUMEN Book can easily import the
monthly electronic sales report
Inventory receivings support consignment
transactions and can be generated manually or automatically through
the Purchase Order system.
Monthly Accounts Payable records are
automatically created and updated based on sales and returns.
