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        IN PROGESS - Designed to walk you through the essentials and help you start using the platform with confidence.
      • 377 Video Manual

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      • Manuals & Guides

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        Step-by-step guides to help you complete tasks accurately and consistently.
      • Installation

        Ready to dive in? Learn how to install Yellow Dog Inventory here.
      • Yellow Dog Basics

        New to Yellow Dog? Start with the basics.
      • Item Management

        Proper item management is the first step to inventory success!
      • Purchasing

        Find guidance on how to order, receive, and keep your inventory up to date.
      • Worksheets

        Tools to simply your purchasing process and other workflows.
      • Stand Sheets

        Used by Concessions client to manage events.
      • Physical Inventory

        Everything you need to plan, count, and reconcile—without the stress.
      • Reports

        Your source for turning data into decisions.
      • Common Setup

        From vendors to levels this is where you start getting Yellow Dog to work for you.
      • System Setup

        Behind every smooth inventory day is a solid system setup.
      • Yellow Dog Apps

        Your inventory’s sidekick—including mobile, web and desktop applications.
      • Hardware

        Yellow Dog provides the essential hardware to simplify and supercharge your inventory operations.
      • Integration Management

        Here’s where you’ll manage your POS, troubleshoot syncs, and keep everything flowing.
      • Resources

        Need an extra helping hand? We've got you covered with these additional resources.
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      • Popular Articles

      • How To: Find Your Yellow Dog Inventory Version

        Understanding which version of Yellow Dog Inventory you're using is essential when exploring new features, as some enhancements and functionalities are specific to certain versions. All client types can benefit from knowing their Yellow Dog Inventory ...
      • Feature Overview: Par & Re-Order Points

        Par levels and reorder points help streamline purchasing in Yellow Dog. Par level is the ideal quantity to keep on hand. Reorder point is the minimum quantity that triggers reordering. You can update par and reorder points in the following locations: ...
      • Tips & Tricks: How do I download and install drivers for my Zebra Printer?

        **As a note: Admin rights will be required to complete this task. If you do not have admin rights on your PC, please contact your IT for assistance** ZD410 Desktop Printer Support Site 1. Navigate to Drivers: 2. Select Zdesigner V. 5 Driver for ...
      • How To: Swap the On-Hand/Parent Size (Edit Base Unit)

        When managing items with multiple sizes, it’s essential to configure them correctly. The on-hand/parent size should always represent the base unit or smallest measurement, while additional sizes should be created for purchasing or counting sizes. If ...
      • FAQs: What are Bins?

        Question: What are Bins? Answer: Bins are optional location identifiers that specify exactly where an item is stored. You don’t need to create bins in advance. You can assign them: In the Stores tab of the item editor Through a Balto import Bins ...
      • Recent Articles

      • F&B: Invoice Staging - Full Workflow

        00:00 - Introduction 00:53 - invoice Staging Screen Filters 01:33 - Invoice Statuses 02:35 - Right-Side Buttons 03:31 - How to Submit a New Invoice 03:51 - Reviewing a Staged Invoice Header 05:09 - Items on a Staged Invoice Overview 05:51 - Mapping ...
      • F&B: Invoice Staging - Vendor Setup

        00:00 - Introduction 00:35 - Vendor Editor and Vendor Mappings 01:19 - Setting Size Abbreviations 02:39 - Vendors without Size Information 03:07 - Adding Vendor Part Numbers 03:40 - Closing Food and Beverage User Manual Invoice Staging Guide
      • F&B: Physical Inventories

        00:00 - Introduction 00:46 - Physical Inventory Screen Filters 01:22 - Right-Side Buttons 02:38 - Creating a New FULL Physical 03:31 - Physical Inventory Editor Header 04:32 - Filters and Columns 05:27 - Importing Sessions to a Physical 06:13 - ...
      • F&B: Mobile Counting Methods

        00:00 - Introduction 00:48 - How to Install Mobile Apps 01:35 - Enabling Access to Mobile Apps 01:48 - YD Mobile Intro 02:14 - Inventory Items Button 03:12 - Item Camera Scan / UPC Check Buttons 03:32 - Recipe Button 03:56 - Manual Adjustments Button ...
      • Quick Reference: Item Creation Checklist - Matrix

        Every matrix created in Yellow Dog serves as a framework for organizing and scaling your retail inventory. Standardizing how matrices are built ensures consistency across similar items, simplifies maintenance, and improves accuracy in reporting and ...