Palace Stock Tracker 5
Palace Stock Tracker 5 is a SQL Server based system for larger furniture reuse charities and CICs with higher performance and greater scalability than Stock Tracker 4. Stock Tracker 5 requires Microsoft SQL Server and more upkeep than 4 making it better suited for organisations with in-house IT.
The feature set is similar to 4 with the core changes being post code lookup integration (SQL Server subject to Royal Mail criteria) and solid performance regardless of database size or the number of users. Stock Tracker 5 also includes UI themes and Lua scripting.
Stock Tracker 5 requires a machine running SQL Server and the server app either on-site or in the cloud (requires server instance and network access via ports).
Stock Tracker 5 features include:
- Microsoft SQL Server database with stored procedures offering unparalleled performance.
- Enterprise level scalability with enhanced data security and resilience.
- Consistent performance regardless of database size.
- Run on premises or lift and shift to cloud (server instance required).
- Post code database integration (integrates with Royal Mail PAF data - qualifying charities and microbusinesses can register for PAF free here).
- Dedicated server application (server must be logged on - LogonExpert recommended).
- No need for Remote Desktop when accesing Stock Tracker from another location (subject to connection speed).
- Easy bulk item creation.
- Per item stock management with full traceability for every single item.
- Collections & delivery management.
- Virtual checkout (with or without touchscreen).
- VAT invoicing with customisable VAT codes.
- Control VAT for every single item and service (including zero rate donations).
- Contacts and customer management.
- Separate restricted contact information for only chosen operators to view.
- Barcoding and detailed data capture.
- Secure Administration area.
- Secure operator logins with full operator permissions management and traceability.
- Operator activity viewer supporting historic actions and automatic live realtime viewing.
- Gift Aid Tracker supporting the easy processing of "Standard Method".
- GDPR contact interaction tracking and anonymisation tools.
- Pseudonymised stortage of contacts and addresses data.
- Fast desktop app with modern UI featuring multiple light and dark themes (operators can pick their own preference).
- Powerful Lua scripting for adding custom features and automated data exports.
Why Stock Tracker?
- Stock Tracker is built on feedback from the users who use it daily.
- Free remote setup.
- Free remote support during office hours.
- Free unlimited post code lookups (subject to Royal Mail criteria).
- Regular updates.
- Fully integrated "Gift Aid Tracker" software included.
- Use your existing PCs and POS equipment.
- Works with most barcode readers, receipt printers etc (you don't need these to use the software altough we recommend barcode printers and receipt printers for the best experience).
- Your data under your control (offsite backup service provided at extra cost if preferred).
- Direct access to your data for your internal software developers.
- No hidden addons (everything is included).
Minimum Specs (server):
- 3 Ghz CPU.
- 8GB memory (16GB recommended).
- Windows 10 or 11 (all x86 or x64 versions) or Windows Server 2019+.
- SQL Server Express 2017 or newer with SSMS.
- At least 4GB of available RAM (more may be required for PAF CSV import).
Minimum Specs (desktop client):
- 2 Ghz CPU.
- 4GB memory.
- Windows 10 or 11 (all x86/x64 UK versions)
- Always-on connection to server.
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