Purchasing

This topic explains how to use the Purchasing module to manage purchasing activities at your facility. Procedures covered include:

• Using the Supplier Search window

• Using the Supplier Notebook

• Using the Purchase Order Notebook

• Setting up a purchase order

• Viewing purchase order totals

• Purchase order Text Tab

• Using purchase order expediting windows

• Using the eCatalog error search

• Using the Buyer's Backlog window

• Performing actions on a purchase order

• Unneeded Purchases report

• Using the purchasing interface

• Setup and use of the Purchase Order Text Library

The Purchasing module uses several tools, including the Supplier Notebook and Purchase Order Notebook, to manage suppliers, purchase orders (POs), purchasing terms, shipping, accounts, and other purchasing information. The Purchasing module works with other TabWare modules to help you plan work orders, obtain required materials and services, and manage purchasing requisitions.