--- title: "Stock Ageing & Reorder Software for Inventory Control" description: "Analyse ageing stock, monitor inventory value, set critical stock levels and get reorder alerts with BUSY for better inventory control." canonical: "https://busy.in/accounting-software/stock-ageing-reorder-management/" --- # Stock Ageing and Reorder Management in BUSY Businesses dealing with multiple products and changing stock levels need to maintain the right inventory balance. Excess stock can increase holding costs, while low stock levels can lead to delayed orders and missed sales opportunities. Stock ageing and reorder management helps businesses identify slow-moving inventory and maintain optimum stock availability. Trusted by 6,00,000+ Businesses ## Keep Stock Moving. Avoid Shortages. Identify ageing inventory, monitor stock levels, and reorder at the right time. Stock Ageing Reports Critical Stock Alerts Reorder Management ## How BUSY Helps You Improve Inventory Planning ### Identify Slow-Moving & Ageing Stock Easily ### Analyze Inventory by Item, Group, Warehouse & Category ### Monitor Stock Value for Better Purchase Decisions ### Set Reorder Levels to Prevent Stock Shortages ## Stock Ageing Report ### Step 1: Open the Stock Ageing Report ![Stock Ageing Analysis report in BUSY](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20Report.png) Go to **Reports > Inventory Summary > Stock Ageing (FIFO Basis).** The **Stock Ageing Analysis** report will open. ### Step 2: Select the Display Type ![Item filter in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20Item%20filter.jpg) Use **Advanced Filters** to choose how you want to view the report. Select either **Item-wise** or **Group-wise** display based on your requirement. ### Step 3: Apply Advanced Filters ![Advanced Filters in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20Filter%20report.jpg) Specify whether you want to view **all items, a group of items, or a specific item**. ![Warehouse filter in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20Wharehouse%20filter.jpg) You can also select **all warehouses, a group of warehouses, or a specific warehouse**, and further filter the report by **item category**. ### Step 4: Toggle Stock Value Visibility ![Show Value of Items option in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20-SHows%20Valu%20of%20Item.jpg) If required, enable **Show Value of Items?** to view the value of ageing stock along with the quantity details. ### Step 5: Select the Report Date ![Date filter in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20Date%20filter.jpg) Use the **Date Filter** option in the top-right corner to view the stock ageing report as of a specific date. ### Step 6: Use Additional Report Options ![Summarized view of the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20-Summarized.jpg) Use the options available at the top of the screen to further customise the report. You can **search within the report, view the report summary, or apply basic filters** as required. ### Step 7: Customise Report Columns ![Column selection in the Stock Ageing report](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20Ageing%20-Customize%20report.jpg) Use the **Column Selection** option to show or hide columns and display only the information relevant to your report. ## Reorder Management ### Step 8: Set the Critical Stock Level ![Critical Level option in the item master](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Item%20Master%20-Critical%20level.png) While creating or modifying an item, scroll down and click **More**. Enable **Critical Level**. **Critical Level** allows you to define stock thresholds for an item so that BUSY can alert you when the configured stock condition is reached. ![Warehouse-wise critical level configuration](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Wharehouse%20wise%20critical%20level.png) You can configure the required critical levels and define them **warehouse-wise** where applicable. Click **Save** after completing the configuration. ### Step 9: Configure Stock Level Warnings ![Warning Configuration for stock levels in BUSY](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Stock%20level%20Warning.jpg) Go to **Settings > Warning Configuration** and configure how BUSY should respond when stock reaches or falls below the defined critical level. BUSY provides three options: - **No Action:** No warning or restriction is applied. - **Warning Only:** BUSY displays a warning and allows you to choose whether to continue. - **Don't Allow:** BUSY prevents the transaction from proceeding when the configured condition is met. Complete the warning configuration and click **Save**. ### Step 10: Check the Warning During Sales Entry ![Critical level warning during sales invoice entry](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/image%20\(33\).png) Create a **Sales Invoice** as usual. If the stock level falls below the configured critical level, BUSY will display the warning according to the option selected in **Warning Configuration**. ### Step 11: View the Item Critical Level Report ![Item Critical Level report in BUSY](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Item%20critical%20level%20report.png) Go to **Reports > Inventory Summary > Item Critical Level** for the **Item Critical Level** report to open. ### Step 12: View the Reorder Level Report ![Reorder Level report in BUSY](https://busy-client.busy.in/media/Reorder%20level%20report.jpg) Use **Advanced Filters** to select the required **Reorder Level Report** options. Apply the relevant filters to review items based on their configured stock and reorder levels. ## What Our Customers Say Real experiences from businesses across India. "BUSY Delivered Powerful Reports and a User-Friendly Experience" I have been using BUSY Software since 2005 and have had a great experience. I really appreciate the team for the regular updates and new versions. Its powerful reporting, useful features, and user-friendly interface make daily accounting tasks easier. Akash Chief Accountant, India "BUSY Simplified Data Import and GST Reporting" It is a fantastic product. The Excel import feature and GST reports are exceptional, making accounting and compliance tasks easier to manage. Pratik Proprietor, India "BUSY Made Accounting and Business Operations More Efficient" My overall experience has been excellent. BUSY is user-friendly, fast, and helps manage accounting and business operations efficiently. I would definitely recommend it. Ashudeep Founder, India "Managing Accounts and Stock Without Manual Hassle" BUSY was my first accounting software. It makes business handling much easier compared to manual accounting. It helps manage accounting and stock efficiently, making daily business operations simpler. Vaibhav Owner, India "BUSY Kept GST Compliance Updates Simple and Timely" Wonderful experience! BUSY Software is very simple and user-friendly. It provides quick updates whenever there are changes in GST, helping manage business operations efficiently. Lavkush Accounting Professional, India "BUSY Made Billing and Ledger Management More Efficient" I have used both BUSY and Tally. I found BUSY more useful for creating bills and managing ledgers, making daily accounting tasks easier. Shubham Director, India "BUSY Helped Keep Business Management Organised and Under Control" This software helps you stay on top of your business management. It makes handling business operations easier and supports efficient day-to-day management. Ebong Customer Support Manager, Uganda "BUSY Made Financial Account Management Simple" It is amazing. BUSY helps manage financial accounts efficiently and makes accounting tasks easier. Every business owner can benefit from using this software. Anil SEO Analyst, India "BUSY Made Accounting Faster and Easier to Use" Very good experience with BUSY. It is fast and easy to use in all respects, making daily accounting tasks more convenient. Syed Haseeb Chief Consultant, Pakistan "BUSY Helped Manage Accounting, Inventory, and Reports for Years" It's good, and that's why we have been using BUSY for 8 years for all our business needs, including accounting, inventory management, billing, bookkeeping, and MIS reports. Deepak Founder, India ## Flexible Plans for Every Business Paid plans start at just **₹5,000/year.** Whatever your size, from small business to scaling enterprise, there's a BUSY plan built for you, so pick what you need today and upgrade anytime. [Explore All Plans & Pricing](https://busy.in/pricing/) ## Enjoy More Accounting Benefits With BUSY Free Mobile App for access on the go Complete control over the User Activity Log Auto-Backup through Google Drive ## Frequently asked questions ### What is a Stock Ageing Report? A Stock Ageing Report shows how long the current inventory has remained in stock. It helps businesses identify older and potentially slow-moving inventory that may require attention. ### Why is stock ageing important for businesses? Stock ageing helps businesses identify items that are remaining unsold for a long time, avoid unnecessary inventory holding costs, and make better purchase and sales decisions. ### Can I view stock ageing for a specific item or category? Yes. BUSY allows you to view stock ageing for all items, a group of items, a specific item, or items under a particular category. ### Can the Stock Ageing Report be viewed warehouse-wise? Yes. You can view stock ageing for all warehouses, a group of warehouses, or a specific warehouse using the available filters. ### Can I view the value of ageing stock? Yes. You can enable the **Value of Items** option to view the stock value along with ageing details. ### What is Reorder Management in BUSY? Reorder Management helps businesses maintain optimum inventory levels by setting critical stock levels for items and receiving alerts when stock reaches the defined limit. ### What is a Critical Level in inventory management? Critical Level is a stock threshold configured for an item. BUSY can use the defined level to warn or restrict users when the configured stock condition is reached during a transaction. ### Can critical stock levels be set separately for different warehouses? Yes. BUSY allows businesses to configure critical levels warehouse-wise based on their inventory requirements. ### What happens when stock reaches the defined critical level? Depending on the warning configuration, BUSY can either show a warning during transactions or restrict users from proceeding when stock reaches the configured level. ### Can I customise the Stock Ageing and Reorder Level reports? Yes. BUSY allows you to apply filters, select display options, and customise report columns to view only the required information.