Cloud Based, Real-Time Inventory Management Software
Take control of your inventory—across every location, system, and transaction—with real-time inventory data and built-in automation.
No more spreadsheets. No more guesswork.
Acumatica inventory management gives you real-time visibility across every location, system, and transaction—so you can make faster, smarter decisions with total confidence.
Acumatica is the system. Milestone makes it work for you.
Pain Point:
You're Always Overstocked or Out of Stock
Overstock and stockouts don’t just waste space—they tie up cash, delay orders, and frustrate customers. Without accurate data, inventory is always one step behind.
Too Much. Too Little. Always at the Wrong Time
You shouldn’t have to guess when to restock—or deal with the fallout when you don’t. Acumatica tracks usage, reorder points, and vendor lead times automatically, so you know exactly what’s needed and when. With real-time alerts and built-in replenishment planning, you stay ahead of both stockouts and overstocking.
Milestone’s Role:
We help you define the right inventory policies, reorder strategies, and replenishment rules based on your business goals. Our team configures your setup to work across all locations, so your teams aren’t stuck reacting to inventory surprises.
Pain Point:
You Never Have Real-Time Visibility
You can’t track what you can’t see. Disconnected systems and outdated data lead to errors, delays, and fulfillment issues across every location and channel.
If You Can't See It, You Can't Manage It
You need to know what’s in stock—not yesterday, but right now. Acumatica gives you that visibility across every warehouse, store, and sales channel. From barcode scanning to multi-location tracking, you’ll always know what’s available, what’s committed, and what’s on the way. No more jumping between spreadsheets or chasing down updates—just one clear picture of your inventory, always up to date.Milestone’s Role:
We help you set up a system that mirrors how your inventory actually flows. That means no more jumping between spreadsheets or chasing down updates—just one clear picture of what’s happening across your business.
Pain Point:
You Struggle With Demand Forecasting
Inaccurate predictions and unreliable data make it nearly impossible to plan effectively. That means excess inventory, stockouts, disrupted cash flow, and eroded margins.
Hard To Plan. Even Harder to Trust
Forecasting shouldn’t feel like guesswork. Acumatica uses your actual sales history, seasonality, and lead times to help you plan smarter. You can group items, spot trends, and automate purchasing based on what’s really happening—not just what you hope will happen. It’s a better way to stay ahead of demand and stop chasing your inventory.
Milestone’s Role:
We help you fine-tune the forecasting rules and inventory groupings that fit your business. Whether you need tighter planning, better alerts, or more reliable reordering, we’ll set it up so you can stop guessing—and start trusting the numbers.
Get a Handle on Every Item, Location, and Move
Inventory problems aren’t just frustrating—they’re expensive. Whether you’re dealing with stockouts, overstocking, limited visibility, or poor forecasting. Acumatica + Milestone gives you the tools to bring it all under control. No more guesswork. No more chasing numbers. Just clear visibility and smart automation that works the way your business does.
Smart Replenishment
Avoid overstocking and stockouts with automated reorder points, safety stock thresholds, and demand-based triggers. Acumatica helps you maintain the right levels without constant manual oversight.
Barcode & Mobile Scanning Built In
Speed up receiving, picking, and counting with barcode scanning and mobile tools. Inventory data stays accurate while your team works faster and with fewer errors.
Simplified Multi-Location Management
Manage inventory transfers, bin locations, and stock across multiple sites in one place. Acumatica keeps everything in sync so you can stay efficient and organized.
Real-Time Visibility Across Locations
Track inventory across warehouses, stores, and channels from one connected system. Get instant access to stock levels, movement, and availability without logging into multiple platforms.
Demand Forecasting You Can Trust
Use sales history, seasonality, and real-time trends to forecast demand more accurately. Acumatica helps you plan ahead instead of reacting to inventory surprises.
Integrated Purchasing & Vendor Management
Tie your purchasing process directly to inventory needs with lead time and vendor tracking. Acumatica ensures orders are timed right and aligned with real-time stock levels.
Designed to Simplify Inventory Management
Disconnected tools, clunky processes, and outdated reports make inventory harder than it needs to be. Acumatica + Milestone simplifies the complex stuff—so your team can track, plan, and manage inventory with less chaos and more control.
-
Inventory + Financials, Finally in Sync
Inventory updates don’t stop at the warehouse—they hit your financials, too. Acumatica ties every transaction directly to your GL, COGS, and valuation accounts. That means no extra steps or reconciliations—just accurate numbers in real time.
-
Unlimited Users. No Bottlenecks.
With Acumatica’s unlimited user model, your whole team—from warehouse staff to finance—can access what they need without extra fees. Role-based permissions keep data secure while eliminating bottlenecks caused by limited logins or shared accounts. Everyone gets what they need to do their job.
-
Scale as You Grow
Whether you’re adding products, warehouses, or channels, Acumatica scales without slowing you down. You don’t have to start over or rework your system as complexity increases. It’s built to grow with you, not hold you back.
-
One System. Zero Disconnects.
No more jumping between platforms to get a full picture. Acumatica connects your inventory, purchasing, finance, and operations—so you’re always working with real-time, accurate data. It’s one connected workflow that keeps everyone on the same page.
-
Inventory Clarity. No Guesswork.
Get real-time visibility into your inventory with dashboards, mobile access, and built-in barcode scanning. Whether you’re checking stock levels or tracking movement across locations, you’ll always know what’s available and where it’s going.
The Right Tools. The Right Partner. Let's Take Control of Your Inventory.
No more overstocking, no more stockouts, no more disconnected systems. Just a smarter way to manage inventory — with Acumatica + Milestone.
The Visibility You Need. The Control You've Been Missing.
Inventory doesn’t operate in a silo. It touches purchasing, sales, fulfillment, and finance—and if it’s off, everything else is too. Acumatica gives you a connected system that keeps your inventory accurate, your team aligned, and your business moving forward.
Purchasing That's Always in Sync
Trigger purchase orders automatically based on stock levels, demand trends, and vendor lead times—no spreadsheets, no guesswork.
One Connected Workflow
Inventory updates flow into purchasing, fulfillment, and accounting without rekeying data or waiting for manual updates.
What What's Where - Right Now.
Get a live view of your inventory across every location, from shelf to shipment. No more phone calls, no more guessing—just clear answers when you need them.
Access That Actually Works
From warehouse staff to finance, everyone sees what they need—with role-based access, mobile tools, and no user limits.
Milestone + Acumatica Resources
Get the insights, tools, and real-world advice to help you take control of your inventory. Whether you’re exploring new systems, fixing broken processes, or just want to see what modern inventory management actually looks like—these resources will help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Check out the guides below to explore how Acumatica handles inventory across purchasing, fulfillment, costing, and more. If it impacts inventory, Acumatica tracks it—or connects to it.
.webp?width=225&height=293&name=Inventory_Valuation_Manufacturing_Costing%20(2).webp)
Think Acumatica might be the right fit for your business?
Let’s find out — together. We’ll walk through what you need, how we can help, and what it all looks like in action.
Ready To Get Started with Acumatica + Milestone?
You’ve made it this far — let’s see what this could really look like.
We’ll talk through your challenges, show you how Acumatica fits, and lay out what working with Milestone actually looks like.
No pressure. Just a clear, honest path to help you move forward.
Step 1: We're Ready When You Are
Contact us and we’ll get back to you fast to schedule a call. No pressure, no pushy sales stuff — just a real conversation about what you need and how we can help.
Step 2: Discovery
Tell us what’s going on — what’s working, what’s not. Once we listen and understand your goals, we’ll share real answers. No guessing. You’ll get a clear idea of what the software and implementation will cost — and what it can do for you.
Step 3: Day-in-the-Life Demo
We’ll show you how Acumatica handles your inventory in real time—across purchasing, transfers, stock levels, and fulfillment. You’ll see how it connects to finance, eliminates manual steps, and keeps everyone on the same page. No fluff or extra features—just what matters most to your team.
Acumatica Inventory Management ERP – Frequently Asked Questions
Below are categorized questions and answers covering both foundational and advanced topics about Acumatica Inventory.
General Acumatica Inventory Questions
-
What is Acumatica Inventory Management Software?
Acumatica inventory management software is the inventory module inside Acumatica’s cloud ERP that connects stock control directly to purchasing, warehouse operations, sales, and financials in one system. Instead of managing inventory as a standalone tool, it keeps quantities, costs, and availability synchronized across locations and transactions so teams work from the same real-time data.
Key capabilities include:
-
Real-time visibility into inventory levels, locations, and availability across multiple warehouses and channels.
-
Centralized control of inventory, purchasing, and warehouse workflows in one place, including receipts, issues, transfers, and adjustments.
-
Multi-location and multi-warehouse management with bin and location control, including lot and serial tracking.
-
Integrated inventory costing and valuation tied directly to the general ledger for accurate financial reporting.
-
Automation for replenishment, demand forecasting, and maintaining inventory accuracy using rules, safety stock, and historical data.
By running inventory inside the ERP, Acumatica provides a single source of truth that improves accuracy, streamlines operations, and keeps inventory and financials aligned.
-
-
What Inventory problems does Acumatica help businesses fix?
Inventory problems often start with manual processes, disconnected systems, and delayed or inaccurate inventory updates. Acumatica helps businesses fix these issues by replacing spreadsheets and point solutions with a single, real-time system for managing inventory, purchasing, warehouse activity, sales, and financials—so teams can trust their inventory data and make better decisions.
Common problems Acumatica addresses include:
-
Inventory data spread across spreadsheets, point solutions, and accounting systems that do not sync in real time.
-
Inaccurate on-hand quantities caused by delayed updates and manual tracking.
-
Stockouts, overselling, and missed ship dates due to unreliable inventory data.
-
Overstocking that ties up cash and increases carrying and storage costs for slow-moving or excess stock.
-
Manual warehouse processes without barcode scanning or location control, leading to errors and inefficiency.
-
Inventory quantities and valuation falling out of sync with financials, requiring ongoing reconciliation.
By managing inventory, purchasing, warehouse activity, and financials in one real-time system, Acumatica gives teams accurate visibility, better control, and more reliable inventory decisions.
-
-
What types of businesses use Acumatica for inventory management?
Acumatica is used by inventory-driven businesses that need accurate, real-time inventory visibility across operations and want inventory fully connected to purchasing, warehouse activity, sales, and financials inside an ERP system.
Common business types that use Acumatica for inventory management include:
-
Construction companies that track materials, tools, and equipment across warehouses, job sites, and projects.
-
Distribution and wholesale businesses that manage high SKU counts, multiple warehouses, transfers, and order fulfillment.
-
Manufacturing companies, including light and discrete manufacturers, that need inventory tied to production, BOMs, and costing.
-
Retail and eCommerce businesses that require real-time inventory availability across sales channels and fulfillment locations.
-
Growing multi-location businesses that have outgrown spreadsheets or basic accounting systems and need scalable inventory control.
Because inventory runs inside Acumatica’s ERP, the platform supports multiple industries while keeping inventory, operations, and financials fully connected on a single system.
-
Acumatica Inventory Features & Capabilities
-
How does Acumatica provide real-time inventory visibility?
Acumatica provides real-time inventory visibility by updating inventory balances immediately as transactions occur across purchasing, warehouse operations, sales, and production. Because inventory runs inside the ERP, there is no delay between activity and reporting.
Real-time visibility in Acumatica ERP includes:
-
Live inventory levels by item, warehouse, bin, and location across warehouses, stores, and online channels.
-
Accurate availability that accounts for allocations, backorders, and in-transit inventory.
-
Instant updates when inventory is received, transferred, picked, counted, or shipped.
-
Central dashboards and reports that reflect current inventory status across the business.
-
A single, consistent view of inventory shared by purchasing, warehouse, sales, and finance teams.
With inventory activity captured in real time, Acumatica eliminates blind spots and delays so teams can make faster, more confident inventory decisions.
-
-
How does Acumatica manage inventory across multiple locations and warehouses?
Acumatica manages multi-location inventory by tracking quantities, availability, and movements separately for each warehouse, store, and storage location while keeping everything connected in one ERP system.
Multi-location inventory management in Acumatica includes:
-
Separate inventory balances by warehouse, bin, and location with real-time updates.
-
Inventory transfers between locations with full visibility into in-transit stock.
-
Location-based availability and allocations to prevent overselling or misallocation.
-
Support for bin, aisle, and rack structures to improve picking and put-away accuracy.
-
Consolidated reporting that shows inventory by location or across the entire business.
By managing all locations in a single system, Acumatica gives teams accurate control over inventory placement, movement, and availability as the business scales.
-
-
How does Acumatica connect inventory with accounting and the general ledger?
Acumatica connects inventory with accounting and the general ledger by running inventory inside the ERP and using a shared, real-time database. Every inventory transaction automatically updates financial records without manual reconciliation.
Inventory and accounting integration in Acumatica includes:
-
Automatic updates to inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) as items are received, issued, or shipped.
-
Real-time posting of inventory transactions to the general ledger.
-
Support for multiple costing methods, including average, standard, and specific costing.
-
Immediate financial impact from inventory adjustments, transfers, and write-offs.
-
Consistent data shared across inventory, purchasing, sales, and finance teams.
By keeping inventory, valuation, and accounting fully synchronized, Acumatica improves financial accuracy, speeds up close, and provides reliable inventory-driven reporting.
-
-
Can Acumatica track lot and serial numbers, kits, and non-stock inventory?
Yes. Acumatica supports lot and serial tracking, kits, and non-stock inventory as part of its core inventory management capabilities, allowing businesses to manage traceability, assembly, and non-physical items within the same ERP system.
Inventory tracking capabilities in Acumatica include:
-
Lot and serial number tracking for items that require traceability, recalls, or compliance reporting.
-
Expiration date tracking and history for lot-controlled inventory.
-
Kit and bundled item management for sales, assembly, or light manufacturing scenarios.
-
Non-stock inventory tracking for items such as services, supplies, or items not physically stocked.
-
Full visibility into quantities, usage, and financial impact for all item types.
By managing stocked, non-stock, lot-controlled, and serialized items in one system, Acumatica supports complex inventory requirements without relying on separate tools or workarounds.
-
-
Does Acumatica support barcode scanning and mobile inventory tools?
Yes. Acumatica supports barcode scanning and mobile inventory tools that allow warehouse teams to perform inventory tasks accurately and efficiently using handheld devices or mobile scanners.
Mobile and barcode capabilities in Acumatica include:
-
Barcode-driven receiving, picking, packing, and shipping workflows.
-
Mobile inventory transfers, cycle counts, and physical inventory.
-
Real-time inventory updates with each scan, reducing manual entry errors.
-
Support for bin and location-based scanning to improve accuracy.
-
Faster warehouse operations with fewer mispicks and adjustments.
By using barcode scanning and mobile tools, Acumatica improves warehouse accuracy, speeds up execution, and keeps inventory data current throughout the day.
-
-
How does Acumatica help with demand forecasting and replenishment?
Acumatica helps with demand forecasting and replenishment by using historical usage, real-time inventory levels, and configurable rules to plan purchasing and prevent shortages or excess stock.
Forecasting and replenishment capabilities in Acumatica include:
-
Analysis of historical demand and usage trends to support more accurate planning.
-
Reorder points, safety stock levels, and min/max rules to trigger replenishment at the right time.
-
Automated purchase recommendations based on current inventory and expected demand.
-
Consideration of vendor lead times to avoid last-minute or rush orders.
-
Real-time visibility into upcoming inventory needs across locations.
By automating replenishment and improving demand planning, Acumatica helps businesses maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing manual effort and surprise shortages.
-
Implementation, Configuration & Customization
-
How is Acumatica inventory management implemented?
Acumatica inventory management is implemented as part of the broader Acumatica ERP implementation, with inventory configured to match how the business purchases, stores, moves, and values inventory.
A typical Acumatica inventory implementation includes:
-
Reviewing current inventory processes, locations, item structures, and workflows.
-
Setting up inventory items, warehouses, bins, units of measure, and costing methods.
-
Configuring purchasing, receiving, transfers, and fulfillment workflows.
-
Connecting inventory to accounting, including valuation accounts and posting rules.
-
Testing transactions and reports to ensure inventory and financials stay aligned.
By implementing inventory inside the ERP rather than as a standalone tool, Acumatica ensures inventory data is accurate, connected, and ready to support daily operations from day one.
-
-
Can Acumatica inventory workflows be configured to match how our business operates?
Yes. Acumatica inventory workflows are highly configurable, allowing businesses to align inventory processes with how they actually operate without relying on custom code.
Inventory workflow configuration in Acumatica includes:
-
Defining item types, units of measure, costing methods, and valuation rules.
-
Configuring purchasing, receiving, transfers, picking, and fulfillment workflows.
-
Setting up approval rules, replenishment logic, and location-specific processes.
-
Tailoring screens, fields, and dashboards to match user roles and responsibilities.
-
Supporting different workflows by warehouse, location, or business unit.
By configuring inventory workflows inside the ERP, Acumatica adapts to the business while keeping inventory, operations, and financials fully connected.
-
-
Do businesses need customizations for inventory management in Acumatica?
Most businesses do not need customizations to manage inventory in Acumatica because the system is designed to be configured to fit a wide range of inventory workflows and industry requirements. Configuration typically covers the majority of needs without modifying core functionality.
When using Acumatica, businesses typically rely on:
-
Configuration of inventory items, locations, costing methods, and workflows rather than custom code.
-
Built-in features for multi-location inventory, lot and serial tracking, replenishment, and financial integration.
-
Role-based screens, dashboards, and reports that adapt to different users and processes.
-
Industry-specific functionality available through Acumatica editions and modules.
-
Targeted customizations only when there is a clear business requirement that cannot be met through configuration.
By prioritizing configuration over customization, Acumatica helps businesses reduce complexity, simplify upgrades, and maintain long-term system flexibility.
-
-
Why choose Acumatica instead of spreadsheets or standalone inventory systems?
Businesses choose Acumatica over spreadsheets and standalone systems because inventory runs inside a connected ERP, keeping quantities, costs, and reporting accurate without manual reconciliation.
Compared to spreadsheets or standalone inventory systems, Acumatica provides:
-
Real-time inventory updates instead of delayed or manually maintained data.
-
A single system that connects inventory with purchasing, warehouse operations, sales, and accounting.
-
Accurate inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS) tied directly to the general ledger.
-
Scalable multi-location inventory management without separate tools or workarounds.
-
Stronger controls, auditability, and visibility as inventory volume and complexity grow.
By managing inventory inside a modern ERP platform, Acumatica gives businesses reliable data, fewer errors, and a stronger foundation for growth than spreadsheets or disconnected systems can support.
-
-
Why choose Milestone Information Solutions as your Acumatica inventory partner?
Milestone Information Solutions helps businesses implement and configure Acumatica inventory management to reflect how inventory is actually purchased, stored, moved, and valued—not how a generic system assumes it should work.
Businesses work with Milestone Information Solutions because:
-
Inventory workflows are designed around real operational processes, not default templates.
-
Item structures, locations, costing methods, and controls are set up correctly from the start.
-
Inventory is tightly aligned with accounting to support accurate valuation, COGS, and reporting.
-
Configuration is prioritized over customization to reduce complexity and simplify upgrades.
-
Ongoing support helps inventory processes adapt as the business grows or changes.
By combining Acumatica’s connected ERP with Milestone Information Solutions implementation experience, businesses get inventory systems that work day one and continue to support accurate, scalable operations over time.
-
Acumatica is the Platform. Milestone makes it work for your business.
We're here to solve what's holding you back.
From setup to support, we guide your team, align the system with your goals, and make sure Acumatica works for your business.
- Implementation that fits your business - from people who know accounting.
- Expert support from a team that knows your setup.
- Long-term partnership - not just a handoff.
Let's Talk About What's Slowing Down Your Inventory
Whether it’s overstocking, missed reorder points, or disconnected systems, we’re here to help. No pressure. Just real answers and a clear path to better inventory control.