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Receiving and processing Vendor Updates is a valuable feature that helps you stay current with the latest product changes from your suppliers. You can see which items have been discontinued or introduced, along with their descriptions and costs. This article will show you how to access, filter, and export vendor updates in LifeSaver Software Software so you can keep your inventory accurate. Read on to learn how to make the most of this time-saving feature.

On the LifeSaver Software Home page, click on the Reports button. In the Reports menu, click the Inventory button’s drop-list, then select Vendor Updates to view new and discontinued moulding, mat, and fabric products from your currently downloaded vendors.

Receiving and Processing Vendor Updates

The LifeSaver Software Software automatically processes vendor updates from the vendors you have added to your system. When you open the Vendor Updates report, it will default to the last 30 days and include all new and discontinued Fabric, Mats, and Moulding.

The report displays:

1. View Updates Since – This filter lets you select the ‘from’ date with which you want to start for the date range of the Updates. Click the calendar icon next to the field to change the date.
2. Show – This filter allows you to select the component categories for which you wish to view Updates. Click the down arrow in the field to narrow the list down. By default all material types are selected.
3. Vendors – This filter allows you to choose the Vendors shown in the report. Click the drop-list to choose the Vendor(s) you want. 
4. View Report – Click this button to reload the Report with the filter changes you put in place above.
5. Component – This will display the material Component with Vendor Updates in the list.
6. Last Update – This will display the date the last update was made. 
7. Update List – This displays the updated item names and the associated descriptions.
8. Discontinued and New – In the list, it will point out if the Updated items are Discontinued or New. 

You can use the boundary arrows at the bottom of the report if there are multiple pages. You can also export these results or print them for quick reference.  

Related Topics

Working with Vendors

Managing Inventory

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What if I don’t see any vendor updates listed on my report?  

A: You will only see changes from vendors you have currently downloaded. Confirm that the vendor is in your database, and adjust the date range if needed.  

Q: How often are vendor updates available?  

A: Most vendors provide new data on a periodic basis. You can run the Vendor Updates report any time to view the most recent changes for your store.  

Q: I have a question, but I can't find my answer here, how do I get more assistance?

A: You can ask any question at the link below, once received one of our technicians will be in touch! If you need immediate assistance, the LifeSaver Software team is available Monday through Friday, from 9:00am to 6:00pm Eastern time. Feel free to contact our support team at: 1-800-381-0600, extension 2. Or you can email us at support@lifesaversoft.com and we will respond within 24-hours.