coreSTORE - FFL: How to import your Bound Book from Fastbound
To maintain a clean inventory list in FastBound, it's crucial to understand how the import function operates. This awareness helps in addressing any unfilled fields in FastBound, preventing potential issues with data integrity, often summed up by the adage "Garbage in, Garbage out."
Here's how the import process functions: When importing from FastBound, coreSTORE follows this sequence to locate items: it initially checks the FastBound UPC field; if this field isn't filled or specified, it then searches using the FastBound SKU (Product ID in coreSTORE). If a match isn't found using these identifiers, it proceeds to search by the FastBound MPN (manufacturer part number) field. If none of these searches yield a match, coreSTORE will create a new item, using the FastBound item number as the coreSTORE Item Name and assigning the FastBound Type as the coreSTORE Category. This method ensures comprehensive matching and precise management of inventory data.
With this in mind, please ensure your Fastbound records have the necessary information needed to be properly transmitted into coreSTORE.
First, select Bound Book > Dashboard.
Next, select the 3-dot menu (...) at the top-right.
Next, select the "Import From Fastbound" function.
Next, we need to get the "API Key" & "Account Number" from Fastbound and fill it in these fields.
First, login to your Fastbound, and select the "Settings" option on the left-hand side.
Inside of "Settings", we can get our Account Number and API Key by simply copy and pasting.
Note: Keep in mind, you have to click on the "(Show)" button indicated by the blue box.
Next, select which Bound Book in coreSTORE you are going to import into.
Next, choose if you want "All" Bound Book Statuses (Available, Pending Disposal, Disposed, Deleted) imported or only a specific status.
Next, if you want the inventory items to be generated, enable the "Update Inventory" function.
Finally, click on "Import" to begin the process.
Note: If you have thousands of records that are being imported, it may take quite a while to bring all that information over. Make sure you leave your computer on and don't close that window. If you plan on stepping away from the computer, please ensure that your Windows "Power & Sleep Settings" have the "Screen" & "Sleep" options all set to "Never".
You can do this by going to your Windows Search Bar at the bottom-left of your screen > Search for "Power & Sleep Settings" > Make sure all settings in here are set to "Never" to ensure the computer doesn't turn off.
Here's how the import process functions: When importing from FastBound, coreSTORE follows this sequence to locate items: it initially checks the FastBound UPC field; if this field isn't filled or specified, it then searches using the FastBound SKU (Product ID in coreSTORE). If a match isn't found using these identifiers, it proceeds to search by the FastBound MPN (manufacturer part number) field. If none of these searches yield a match, coreSTORE will create a new item, using the FastBound item number as the coreSTORE Item Name and assigning the FastBound Type as the coreSTORE Category. This method ensures comprehensive matching and precise management of inventory data.
With this in mind, please ensure your Fastbound records have the necessary information needed to be properly transmitted into coreSTORE.
First, select Bound Book > Dashboard.
Next, select the 3-dot menu (...) at the top-right.
Next, select the "Import From Fastbound" function.
Next, we need to get the "API Key" & "Account Number" from Fastbound and fill it in these fields.
First, login to your Fastbound, and select the "Settings" option on the left-hand side.
Inside of "Settings", we can get our Account Number and API Key by simply copy and pasting.
Note: Keep in mind, you have to click on the "(Show)" button indicated by the blue box.
Next, select which Bound Book in coreSTORE you are going to import into.
Next, choose if you want "All" Bound Book Statuses (Available, Pending Disposal, Disposed, Deleted) imported or only a specific status.
Next, if you want the inventory items to be generated, enable the "Update Inventory" function.
Finally, click on "Import" to begin the process.
Note: If you have thousands of records that are being imported, it may take quite a while to bring all that information over. Make sure you leave your computer on and don't close that window. If you plan on stepping away from the computer, please ensure that your Windows "Power & Sleep Settings" have the "Screen" & "Sleep" options all set to "Never".
You can do this by going to your Windows Search Bar at the bottom-left of your screen > Search for "Power & Sleep Settings" > Make sure all settings in here are set to "Never" to ensure the computer doesn't turn off.
Updated on: 06/26/2024
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