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Receiving Goods

Last updated: November 2025

Learn how to receive goods from suppliers and update inventory in ServX Pro.

Receiving Process

  1. Navigate to Procurement → Purchase Orders
  2. Open the purchase order to receive against
  3. Click "Receive Goods"
  4. Verify the receiving warehouse
  5. Enter quantities received for each item
  6. Note any discrepancies (damaged, short shipped)
  7. Add reference number (delivery note, tracking)
  8. Click "Save" to complete receiving

Receiving Options

Full Receipt

Receive all items on the PO at once. Quick option when delivery matches order exactly.

Partial Receipt

Receive only some items. PO remains open for subsequent deliveries.

Over Receipt

Receive more than ordered. System will warn but allow if configured.

Reject Items

Mark items as damaged or incorrect. Creates record for supplier follow-up.

Batch & Serial Tracking

For products with batch or serial number tracking:

  • Enter batch numbers during receiving
  • Scan or manually enter serial numbers
  • Set expiry dates for batch-tracked items
  • Track lot numbers for traceability

After Receiving

Stock levels are automatically updated
Goods receipt note is created
Cost prices are updated if different
Ready for supplier billing

Tips

  • Always verify quantities against delivery notes
  • Document any damages immediately with photos
  • Complete receiving before putting stock away