Warehouses Overview
Warehouses are the physical locations where your inventory is stored. In Tether, warehouses are essential for tracking stock levels, planning replenishment, and managing transfers.What is a Warehouse?
A warehouse represents any location that holds inventory:- Distribution centers
- Retail stores
- 3PL facilities
- Manufacturing plants
- Fulfillment centers
The Warehouses Dashboard
Navigate to Inventory → Warehouses to access the warehouse dashboard.Dashboard Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Warehouse List | All warehouses with key information |
| Search | Find warehouses by name or code |
| Status Filter | Show active, inactive, or all |
| Create Button | Add new warehouses |
Warehouse Information
Each warehouse shows:| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Warehouse display name |
| Code | Short identifier |
| Description | Optional details |
| Address | Physical location |
| Status | Active or Inactive |
| Created Date | When added to system |
Creating a Warehouse
Enter Basic Information
| Field | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Yes | Descriptive name |
| Code | Yes | Short identifier (used in orders) |
| Description | No | Additional details |
Add Address (Optional)
Enter the physical location:
- Street address
- City, State/Province
- Country
- Postal code
Warehouse Detail View
Click on a warehouse to open its detail page with multiple tabs:Overview Tab
Basic warehouse information:- Name and code
- Description
- Address
- Status
- Metadata (created date, etc.)
Inventory Tab
View inventory at this warehouse:- All SKUs with stock
- Inventory levels by state (sellable, committed, etc.)
- Health status indicators
- Quick filters
Transactions Tab
Transaction history for this warehouse:- Incoming orders
- Outgoing transfers
- Recent activity
- Pending transactions
Lead Time Settings Tab
Configure transfer times to/from this warehouse. See Lead Time Configuration.Warehouse Types
Tether supports different warehouse purposes:| Type | Purpose | Typical Use |
|---|---|---|
| Distribution Center | Main storage | Primary inventory holding |
| Retail Store | Customer-facing | Store inventory |
| 3PL | Third-party logistics | Outsourced fulfillment |
| Manufacturing | Production facility | Raw materials and WIP |
| Virtual | Non-physical | Dropship or pre-orders |
Warehouse Status
Warehouses can be Active or Inactive:| Status | Behavior |
|---|---|
| Active | Available for inventory and operations |
| Inactive | Hidden from operations, data preserved |
Multi-Warehouse Operations
When you have multiple warehouses:Inventory Allocation
- Each SKU can have inventory in multiple warehouses
- Inventory is tracked separately by location
- Supply plan considers warehouse-specific needs
Transfers
Move inventory between warehouses:- Create a Transfer Order
- Specify source and destination
- Select SKUs and quantities
- Submit the transfer
Fulfillment Rules
Configure which warehouses fulfill which channels:- Warehouse A → Shopify US
- Warehouse B → Amazon
- Warehouse C → Wholesale
Best Practices
Naming Conventions
Naming Conventions
Use consistent, meaningful names:
- Include location: “Chicago DC”, “LA Warehouse”
- Include type: “3PL-ShipBob”, “Retail-NYC”
- Use codes: “CHI-01”, “LA-01”
Code Standards
Code Standards
Keep codes short and systematic:
- 3-6 characters
- Uppercase letters
- Include region if multi-location
Address Accuracy
Address Accuracy
Maintain accurate addresses:
- Used for lead time calculations
- Needed for shipping integrations
- Important for reporting
Regular Audits
Regular Audits
Periodically verify warehouse data:
- Is inventory accurate?
- Are addresses current?
- Are inactive warehouses cleaned up?
Common Operations
Viewing Warehouse Inventory
- Open warehouse detail page
- Go to Inventory tab
- See all SKUs with stock at this location
Checking Warehouse Health
- Go to Inventory → Overview
- Filter by the warehouse
- Review alerts and health status
Creating a Transfer
- Go to Transactions
- Create new Transfer Order
- Select source and destination warehouses
- Add SKUs and quantities
- Submit
Troubleshooting
Warehouse Not Showing in Dropdowns
Possible causes:- Warehouse is inactive
- No inventory at warehouse
- Filter is excluding it
- Check warehouse status
- Verify filters include all warehouses
- Ensure warehouse is configured for the operation
Inventory Mismatch
Possible causes:- Pending transactions not completed
- Sync delay from integrations
- Data entry error
- Check pending transactions
- Wait for sync to complete
- Review transaction history for discrepancies