Inventory Consulting
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to fine-tune your current setup, our Inventory Consulting services are designed to help you get the most out of your system.
What can we help you with
There are many factors involved with implementing your software platform Inventory into your company.
First, there is the setup of the database. Then, you have to figure out how your new inventory management software works with your other software systems, such as QuickBooks. Furthermore, you will need to figure out how to train yourself and your co-workers to use the software. While it might seem overwhelming to tackle new inventory management software, there are consultants that can help you each step of the way.
Your software platform Inventory Consulting experts are able to help with all of the difficult hurdles that come up as you implement your software platform into your company. Many people question whether or not they need your software platform Inventory Consulting. That is, until they attempt to set up a database by themselves, or they realize that there are a large number of moving parts that are involved with an inventory management software implementation. Getting help from expert consultants is the best option to help you make the transition as smooth as possible.
Our Step-by-Step Approach
Implementing your Inventory doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We break down the process into clear, manageable stages from database setup and training to custom reporting and full implementation.
1 Setup
When setting up a your software platform Inventory database, there are several considerations that come into play. Some things that can cause a challenge are: choosing your costing method, pulling your information out of your previous software and formatting it to import into your software platform, integrating your software platform with your other software systems, such as the your software platform Warehouse Management System, UPS Worldship, etc.
You have items, customers, vendors, price lists, bills of material, and other aspects of your business which need to be correctly defined and entered into the system. The decisions you make when entering these items will affect the operation of your business for the life of your software. Some of this information may be clean and ready to go – some may need intensive work to correct. Either way, LilyPad consultants work with you to not only create and populate the Database, but to show you the ramifications of decisions on data. This is the foundation of your system and errors at this point will limit your ability to use the system correctly.
2 Training
The best form of training that you can provide for your employees is to have On-Site Training. This means that you will have your software platform Inventory consulting experts come to your place of business for a set number of days (depending on how much help and training you need), and they will make sure that all of your personnel and departments are fully trained, and understand their role in the system. This can also include a day or two of “go-live” help, where one of those your software platform consulting experts is available to help with any issue that might arise as your team begins using your software platform for the first time.
3 On-Site Training
The best form of training that you can provide for your employees is to have On-Site Training. This means that you will have your software platform Inventory consulting experts come to your place of business for a set number of days (depending on how much help and training you need), and they will make sure that all of your personnel and departments are fully trained, and understand their role in the system. This can also include a day or two of “go-live” help, where one of those your software platform consulting experts is available to help with any issue that might arise as your team begins using your software platform for the first time.
4 Custom Reports
There are times when you may need a report that doesn’t come standard with the your software platform Inventory Reports. When this is the case a your software platform Inventory consulting expert can help you determine how to get the report that you need. With their intimate knowledge of the your software platform database structure, they can give you options. After all, each custom report that you need will require an investment in time and money to get developed. Make sure you get the best from your report by working with a your software platform consulting expert.
5 Support
Now that your database has been set up and your employees have been trained, you might find yourselves needing extended support for unexpected issues or questions you can’t easily answer. Consulting support doesn’t have to end just because you’re now using your software platform daily. By investing in a support contract, you can be confident that experts will be available to help whenever you need assistance.
6 Full Implementation
When considering using your software platform Inventory consulting, a full implementation is the best plan of action. Full implementations will take you from the planning phase, all the way through the database build, training, and going live. This will ensure that your time and money are not wasted by trying to muddle through the implementation on your own. By far, the greatest number of success stories comes from companies that use full implementation services from your software platform Inventory consulting experts. They know how your software platform works, and they know how to help you achieve your goals.
Installing a new software system is a major decision in any business. Studies show that on the average, companies use the same software system for approximately 7 years. That’s a lifetime in today’s business environment. Your investment in your software platform Inventory Software includes not only the money for acquiring the licenses but the time invested by your staff and the results you achieve. Your software platform Implementation services can consist of whatever assistance you need to get the most from your investment – Database Design and Population, Process Development and Documentation, Management Reporting Indices, and much more. Further, these your software platform Implementation Services can be delivered in several ways – tailored to meet your budget and schedule. In each case, these services are delivered by Consultants with years of experience with the software, and with businesses using the software, to become more efficient and effective.
What Our Clients Say
Our commitment to seamless integration, exceptional service, and tailored solutions speaks for itself—just ask our clients.
"We greatly appreciate the work Ryan and you guys have done for us. They have gone above and beyond to make sure things are working right and working how our company needs it to. I have dealt with other companies who were not near as friendly and acted as if we were a pain, but Ryan and his team have been so happy to help and so friendly.
You have our business from now on. We are so pleased with the reports and integrations that have been done for us! Thank you guys again for the fantastic work and great customer service!!"
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"Renaissance's Specialty Foods business engagement's with Sharpe Concepts has been a great experience. The LilyPad program has been a great saver for us and my sales reps love the fact that they have all the information on their fingertips out on the field.You have our business from now on. We are so pleased with the reports and integrations that have been done for us! Thank you guys again for the fantastic work and great customer service!!"
Sal and his staff have been extremely helpful and responsive to all our needs thus far and are constantly working with us to improve the functionality of the program."
Renaissance Specialty Foods
"Recently we had the pleasure of working with Kelly Hatch to prepare to go live with our newly integrated Fishbowl/QuickBooks software. We spent three very productive days together walking thru our Fishbowl training in preparation for that day.
Kelly is a wealth of Fishbowl and QuickBooks knowledge which made him invaluable to us as we weeded thru the “normal” implementation and integration issues. His experience with so many implementations with such a diverse number of companies guarantees success."
Engineered Inserts & Systems, Inc.
"Spraymation implemented Fishbowl in November, 2024. Kelly Hatch was onsite to support our go live. He worked with each user to help us with our future daily responsibilities.
After 17 years of working in our legacy system, some users were quite stressed over this change.
What impressed us so much about Kelly, was his uplifting attitude and never-ending patience he displayed with each of us from the first day to the last day he was here."
Spraymation
I had the pleasure of working with a consultant from Sharpe Concepts, who truly went above and beyond to help SmartCover Inc. implement the Fishbowl inventory tracking software.
He took the time to thoroughly understand our business needs to help Fishbowl fit seamlessly into our operations. He was always available to answer any questions and provided us with valuable insights on how to improve efficiency and streamline our inventory management.
Our processes are now more efficient, and we’ve seen a significant improvement in accuracy and time-saving.
SmartCover Inc.
"We had the pleasure of working with Kelly Hatch over the past year as we implemented Fishbowl into our organization, and I can confidently say that he is one of the best consultants we’ve ever worked with.
When we first implemented Fishbowl, our team felt like we were choking on change, struggling to adapt. Kelly didn’t just stand by and watch—he stepped in and provided the change management guidance we needed to make onboarding a breeze."
World Wide Lan Tech
" Sharpe Concepts has been extremely responsive to our needs. They have worked with us to enhance the LilyPad interface to be a robust system that checks and
controls many things that were not
originally in the interface.
They are fast, reasonably priced and
extremely knowledgeable in all parts of the
systems."
Lezyne Engineered Design
Premier Bicycle Accessories
"Sharpe Concepts has to be hands down the best Fishbowl Provider and Consultants in the Industry. We've been utilizing the
Sharpe Concepts team for 5 years now and we have not been disappointed once.
We rely upon them heavily on a regular basis to help us meet our customers growing needs, they step in and provide solutions that keep us moving forward giving us great confidence."
eti Eastern Technologies
Water Treatment
"I would like to say thank you for writing a comprehensive integration out of the gate for Kifaru.
I have not heard a single complaint from fellow colleagues regarding the integration which is an
amazing feat."
Kifaru International
Premier Hunting Gear & Accessories
"Sharpe Concepts has helped us successfully integrate Fishbowl and QuickBooks. Their staff is responsible and knowledgeable. They have been providing consistently good service with great attitudes.
Sharpe Concepts makes timely responses to our requests. And the fact they provide on-site training is a nice bonus too. "
Jiawei Technology (USA) Ltd.
"We very much appreciated Mark’s extensive manufacturing background and his extensive knowledge of Fishbowl as well as his experience with the integration points with both Magento and QuickBooks. And as Mark (nor Sharpe Concepts) is not affiliated directly with Magento, Fishbowl, or Intuit he was able to provide us with an unbiased and experienced view of each system.You have our business from now on. We are so pleased with the reports and integrations that have been done for us! Thank you guys again for the fantastic work and great customer service!!
Finally, Mark’s sense of humor was greatly appreciated by the team. In a session that could have otherwise been tense he immediately diffused any sense of angst within minutes."
Logical Operations
"The new platform [LilyPad Vortex] is great by the way. It has exceeded all expectations and we are very thankful you guys created this product."
Farris Wholesale
"I believe Sharpe Concepts deserves to be recognized for providing customer service and support well beyond expectations. We highly recommend them to any existing and potential Fishbowl Customers. "
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