Inventory uses the Stock Number as the primary identifier for each Inventory record. The stock
number is also used as a sort option when defining and printing reports. Inventory records are
accessed by the stock number, which can be a combination of alpha and numeric characters. Preplanning
your numbering system so that it is both logical and meaningful will save you time setting
up your inventory. A logical pre-planned numbering system also simplifies entering sales
transactions and running reports.