Retail Mode Guide
Retail mode is designed for stores, boutiques, pharmacies, and any business that handles physical products with variants, barcodes, and detailed inventory.
Activating Retail Mode
The mode is set when the tenant is created. Contact support if you need to switch modes. When Retail is activated, you get access to:
- Variant management (sizes, colors, etc.)
- Custom attributes
- Barcode scanning
- Quotes
- Inventory lookup by code
- Purchase entry via DGI invoice QR code
Product Variants
Variants let you manage a single product in different presentations.
Creating Variants
- Open a product in Products.
- In the Variants section, press “Add Variant”.
- Define the attributes:
- Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
- Color: Red, Blue, Black, etc.
- Material: Cotton, Polyester, etc.
- Other: Any custom attribute.
- Each variant can have its own:
- Unique SKU.
- Barcode.
- Price (if it differs from the base price).
- Independent stock level.
Example
Product: Basic T-Shirt ($15.99)
| Variant | SKU | Barcode | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| S / Black | CAM-S-BLK | 7501234000001 | 25 |
| M / Black | CAM-M-BLK | 7501234000002 | 30 |
| L / Red | CAM-L-RED | 7501234000003 | 15 |
Custom Attributes
Attributes define the variation dimensions for your products.
Attribute Types
| Type | Usage | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Select | List of options | Flavor: Vanilla, Chocolate |
| Color | Visual color picker | Color: #FF0000 (Red) |
| Size | Predefined sizes | Size: S, M, L, XL |
| Unit | Units of measure | Weight: 250g, 500g, 1kg |
| Text | Free text | Custom engraving |
Managing Attributes
- Go to Attributes in the side menu.
- Create or edit attribute types.
- NAOS includes common presets (clothing sizes, colors, etc.).
Barcode Scanning
On the Sales Screen
- Connect a barcode reader (USB or Bluetooth).
- Scan the code — the product is added to the cart automatically.
- If the code matches a specific variant, that variant is added.
On the Mobile App
- Use the device camera as a scanner.
- Compatible with EAN-13, UPC-A, Code 128, and QR codes.
Inventory Lookup by Code
From the mobile app (Inventory Lookup screen):
- Scan a product’s barcode.
- View available stock by branch and variant.
- Useful for floor staff who need to check availability.
Purchase Entry via DGI QR Code
To receive merchandise using electronic invoices:
- Open Purchase Entry in the app.
- Scan the QR code on your supplier’s invoice.
- The system extracts the data from the DGI document.
- Review the products and quantities.
- Confirm the entry — inventory is updated automatically.
Retail-Exclusive Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Variants | Multiple presentations per product |
| Attributes | Configurable variation dimensions |
| Barcode | Scanning for sales and lookup |
| Quotes | Formal estimates with PDF export |
| QR Entry | Inventory via DGI invoice |
| Granular Inventory | Stock by variant and branch |
Need to manage your inventory? See Inventory & Purchases Want to create quotes? See Quotes