Help Page for Inventory and Image Search Tools

1. HPI Inventory Availability Search

Overview: The HPI Inventory Availability Search page allows users to check the availability of materials, products, or items within your inventory system. It provides a quick and efficient way to locate stock levels and other KPI's and item statuses.

Key Features and Functionalities:

• Material/Item Search: Enter a material or product code or Description to check its availability across multiple locations.
• Filter Options: Apply filters such as Source location, Target Location,Top Search Results to narrow down search results.
• Availability Information: View real-time data on stock quantities:
  • Available stock
  • Safety Stock
  • Reorder Point
  • Lead Time
• Download Report: Export search results in formats like Excel or CSV for further analysis.
• Location Details: Drill down into specific Plant Location to view detailed stock information.

Expected Use: This page is intended for users such as warehouse managers, inventory controllers, and sales staff who need to check stock levels for operational planning, procurement, or sales purposes.

2. Upload Material Image

Overview: The Upload Material Image page allows users to upload images for specific materials or products, creating a visual reference for easy identification within the system.

Key Features and Functionalities:

• Upload Image: Select and upload images from your local computer, linking them to a specific material or product.
• Image Formats: Supported formats include JPEG, PNG.
• Image Preview: Preview the uploaded image to ensure correctness before saving.
• Error Notifications: Receive prompts for unsupported file types or file sizes that exceed the limit.
• Image Linking: Enter the relevant material/product code to link the image properly within the system.

Expected Use: This page is useful for product managers, warehouse staff, or content teams who need to upload or update images for materials to ensure better product identification and management.

3. Search for Material Image

Overview: The Search for Material Image page allows users to search for and view images linked to specific materials or products, helping in visual verification of the items.

Key Features and Functionalities:

• Material Code Search: Search by material or product code to quickly retrieve associated images.
• This Page is in Work in Progress

Expected Use: This page is helpful for sales teams, marketing staff, and warehouse personnel who need to verify or access material images before shipment or for visual reference.

General Tips:

• Search Functionality: All search pages allow you to look up materials or products by code, ensuring quick access to relevant data or images.
• User-Friendly: Use filter options to streamline your search and find only the most relevant results.
• Help and Support: If you encounter issues with uploads or searches, please contact us @ HPI-Analytics@lafargeholcim.com for assistance.