BUSY for hardware and sanitary stores

What hardware and sanitary stores need from billing software, how BUSY fits, and what to check before buying. We are a BUSY partner and set it up for free.

Common problems in hardware and sanitary stores

  • Thousands of small items in boxes, pieces and kg
  • Contractors ask for quotations before buying
  • Credit sales to contractors and builders

What to check in BUSY for hardware and sanitary stores

These are the features hardware and sanitary stores rely on most. On the demo we show how each works in BUSY and which edition includes it.

  • Units and conversionsSell in one unit and buy in another, such as box and piece or bag and kg.
  • Estimates and quotationsSend a quotation first and convert it into a sale invoice when the customer confirms.
  • Orders and delivery challansSale and purchase orders and delivery challans, which can be combined into one invoice later.
  • Udhaar and payment remindersSee who owes how much and send payment reminders, so credit (udhaar) does not get forgotten.
  • Multiple prices per itemKeep separate retail and wholesale rates for the same item.
  • Stock trackingStock goes down with every sale and up with every purchase entry, so the stock report stays current.

Is BUSY the right fit?

Best forTraders, distributors and manufacturers that need detailed inventory and multi-location stock on desktop.
Runs onWindows desktop
Keep in mindMainly desktop · full overview

What we set up for a hardware store

  1. Your item list with GST rates and HSN codes, imported from Excel or entered with you
  2. Opening stock
  3. Invoice format, logo and A4 or thermal printing
  4. Customer and supplier balances so udhaar starts correct
  5. A training call for you and your staff

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Questions people ask

Is BUSY good for hardware and sanitary stores?

BUSY suits traders, distributors and manufacturers that need detailed inventory and multi-location stock on desktop. For hardware and sanitary stores, check that the plan you buy includes units and conversions, estimates and quotations and orders and delivery challans.

What should hardware and sanitary stores check before buying BUSY?

Make sure the plan covers units and conversions, estimates and quotations, orders and delivery challans, udhaar and payment reminders, multiple prices per item and stock tracking. Ask for a demo using your own items.

Can I get a BUSY demo for my hardware store?

Yes. We install it, add your items and opening stock, set GST rates and printing, and train you on a call.

Which BUSY plan suits hardware and sanitary stores?

Hardware stores that give quotations from the counter computer usually take Desktop + Mobile Silver or Gold.

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