You can define manufacturer part numbers for items. You can use this information for reporting purposes; and in catalog searches for particular items.

   To define manufacturers:

1. Navigate to the Manufacturers window.

2. Enter the name of the manufacturer.

3. Save your work.

   To enter an item and its associated manufacturer part number from the Manufacturers window:

1. Navigate to the Manufacturers window.

2. Choose Parts.

3. Enter a manufacturer part number.

4. Enter an item.

   You can assign the same item to multiple manufacturer part numbers.

5. Save your work.

   To associate an item with an existing manufacturer part number:

1. Navigate to the Manufacturer Part Numbers window.

   You can do this from the Navigator or from the Item window by choosing Manufacturer Part Numbers from the Tools menu.

2. Enter a manufacturer.

3. Enter a manufacturer part number.

4. Enter an item.

5. Save your work.