No, Importify doesn’t sync inventory in real time. To manage your stock effectively, you’ll need to build a proactive workflow that compensates for this gap. Here’s a streamlined, actionable approach:
Diversify Your Suppliers
Why: Relying on one supplier can lead to stockouts.
How: Source popular items from multiple suppliers so that if one runs low, you can fulfill orders from another.
Leverage Third-Party Warehousing
Why: For high-volume or fast-moving products, manual updates can be risky.
How: Use a warehousing service that offers real-time inventory tracking, manages returns, and even brands your packaging. This gives you centralized control and reduces the chance of overselling.
Implement Virtual Assistant (VA) Support
Why: Manually tracking inventory across a large catalog is time-consuming and error-prone.
How: Hire or designate a VA to monitor supplier stock levels—focusing on best-sellers—and update your e-commerce platform as needed. This ensures you catch low-stock situations early and make timely adjustments.
Technical Considerations:
Inventory updates must be performed manually or via additional integrations since Importify only handles product data import.
Take advantage of your platform’s native inventory management tools or compatible apps to automate parts of the process where possible.
For further guidance on setting fixed inventory amounts within Importify, check out this resource: How to Set a Fixed Inventory Amount in Importify.