# B2B Stock

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### Manage Suppliers, Purchasing and Stock from end-to-end

Venditan Commerce contains an automation-driven [Stock/Warehouse Management System (WMS)](https://docs.venditan.com/docs/stock-warehouse-management-wms) that integrates every task, from suppliers and purchase orders to stock transfers and warehouse mapping.\
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Key functionality includes:

<table><thead><tr><th width="231">Functionality</th><th>Summary</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Supplier Management</strong></td><td>Maintain detailed records of Suppliers, including contact information, pricing agreements, and performance metrics.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Purchasing</strong></td><td>Streamline procurement processes by generating Purchase Orders based on current Stock Levels and demand forecasts.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Stock Handling</strong></td><td>Receive and put away new stock and internally transfer stock across your warehouses and stores.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Stock Control</strong></td><td>Utilise Warehouse Mapping and advanced stock flow management to optimise Stock Levels and minimise carrying costs.</td></tr></tbody></table>

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Learn more: [Stock/Warehouse Management (WMS)](https://docs.venditan.com/docs/stock-warehouse-management-wms)
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### Automated stock allocation for B2B Orders

Venditan Commerce uses an advanced Open To Sell (OTS) algorithm that intelligently allocates available stock when you receive new Orders.

This algorithm uses the data below to guarantee efficient stock management, without unnecessarily tying up stock that could be allocated to D2C customers immediately.

* **Internal stock data**: The levels of unallocated stock currently within the business.
* **External stock data**: Stock that you can access today through your supplier integrations.
* **In-transit stock data**: Stock that has been dispatched by your suppliers and is due to arrive.
* **Order Throughput**: Used to predict and monitor pre-allocated stock for trade customers.

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Note: Use of the Open To Sell algorithm is optional. Allocating stock to your Orders can be handled manually if preferred. Automation is the preferred allocation method for distributors who operate at scale or operate a blended strategy selling both B2B and D2C from Venditan Commerce.
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### :electric\_plug: Integrate directly with your Suppliers

We can integrate with your Suppliers, enabling advanced and automated purchasing and stock management features.

**Dropshipping**

Facilitate direct fulfilment from Suppliers without needing to hold the stock yourself.

**Automated Replenishment**

Allow Venditan Commerce to identify when new stock needs to be ordered and create Purchase Orders to send to your Suppliers upon approval.

**Receive Advanced Shipping Notices (ASN)**

Receive and process ASNs[^1] directly into Venditan Commerce, allowing for real-time updates on incoming shipments and improved storage planning.

[^1]: ASNs are...