Skip to main content

How Can I Track Consumable Items?

Here’s how you can utilize Set Asides to keep an accurate count of consumable items in your inventory.

Jake Scotto avatar
Written by Jake Scotto
Updated over a week ago

To access this feature, you must be on Goodshuffle Pro Standard or above.

If you use or sell consumable items (such as popcorn kernels, photo booth paper, or chalk for a chalkboard sign), you can track their quantity right in Goodshuffle Pro as they’re used.


Step 1: Add the Consumable to Inventory

Add the consumable item to your inventory using Standard Add
When entering the quantity, input the current number on hand and check “Track quantity on this item.”

This tells Goodshuffle Pro how many units you have and when to alert you about low inventory. (Learn More)


Step 2: Set Aside the Item in Fulfillment

When a consumable is used, you can mark it with a Set Aside, just like you would for damaged or unavailable gear. Once it is used, this will take your items out of stock until you buy more.

For example, if you bring two popcorn kernel bags to every event, and only use one at a specific event, you can mark one as used during fulfillment.

  1. Click under the Fulfillment tab.

  2. Select “Set Aside” for the item.

  3. Click “Add Set Aside.”

  4. Add a note if desired (e.g., “Used 1 full bag”).

Step 3: Monitor Your Inventory

After marking items as used:

  • The set aside will reduce the available quantity for future projects.

  • If you dip below your minimum quantity, you’ll see a conflict icon.

  • This helps you know when to restock.

Step 4: Resolve the Set Aside

Once you restock (e.g., new popcorn bags arrive), resolve the set aside to update your inventory.

To do this:

  1. From the left-hand menu, click “Set Asides” under Inventory.

  2. Use filters or the search bar to locate the item you restocked.

  3. Select “Resolve ”

  4. In the window, confirm the quantity being returned to inventory. (This will mean you have this quantity to sell/use.)

  5. Add a note (optional), then click Save.

Want to learn more about Set Asides? Click Here.


Need additional support? Click the blue chat bubble in the bottom corner of your screen to message our support team—we’re happy to help!

Did this answer your question?