How to Make an Inventory Database in Access: Complete Guide

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Microsoft (MS) Access offers a versatile way to create inventory assessment tools by building a database that will reveal inventory numbers at a glance. Internal resources, such as tutorials, can help users to create databases in Access, but some basic steps still apply. Use these fundamental steps to make an inventory database in Access.

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    Consider the needs of the business.
    • Think about what this resource should look like from a nontechnical point of view before starting to implement an inventory database with MS Access.
    • Develop sketches, mockups and other resources for implementing the inventory database. Think about what key details will be needed, as well as who will be using the software, and plan accordingly. This includes brainstorming what aspects of inventory are most applicable. For instance, you can consider whether age factors can affect turnover for items, or whether various small differences in products need to be noted.
    • Figure out how to implement your MS Access tool within an overall software architecture. Sometimes, businesses with SaaS or cloud products need to think about how their MS Access databases will interact with other programs. Rely on skilled IT staff, as necessary, to work through this issue.
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    Install or otherwise obtain MS Access to create your inventory database.
    • Make sure you have the computer and tools you need and you know where the database will be hosted--on the computer, on internal servers or by a third party.
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      References

      1. http://www.informaticacloud.com/products/cloud-integration-processes/ms-access-integration.html
      2. http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/inventory-management-database-TC001018458.aspx?CTT=5&origin=HA001123097

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