SKUs Overview
SKUs (Stock Keeping Units) are the foundation of your product catalog in Tether. Each SKU represents a unique product variant that can be tracked, forecasted, and managed throughout your supply chain.What is a SKU?
A SKU is a unique identifier for a specific product. In Tether, SKUs contain:- Basic Information: Name, code, UPC, and identifiers
- Classification: Type, collection, and status
- Attributes: Dimension values (Size, Color, etc.)
- Relationships: Suppliers, pricing, and bill of materials
SKU Types
Tether supports multiple SKU types to model your product structure:| Type | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Finished Good | Products sold to customers | ”Blue T-Shirt, Size M” |
| Raw Material | Components used in production | ”Cotton Fabric” |
| Packaging | Packaging materials | ”Shipping Box 12x12” |
| Component | Parts that make up other products | ”Button Set” |
| Bundle | A group of SKUs sold together | ”Gift Set” |
| Kit | Assembled from components | ”DIY Kit” |
| Virtual Bundle | Logical grouping (not physically assembled) | “Buy 2 Get 1 Free” |
The SKU Dashboard
The SKU dashboard is your central hub for managing products.Dashboard Layout
The dashboard consists of:- Filter Panel (left side) - Narrow down the SKU list
- Data Table (center) - View and edit SKUs
- Actions Bar (top) - Create SKUs, manage views, export data
Key Columns
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The display name of the SKU |
| SKU Code | Unique identifier code |
| UPC | Universal Product Code (barcode) |
| Amazon ID | Amazon ASIN or identifier |
| Type | SKU type classification |
| Collection | Parent collection |
| Status | Active or Archived |
| Dimensions | Attribute values (Size, Color, etc.) |
Quick Actions
From the dashboard, you can:- Create SKU: Add a new product manually
- Export: Download SKU data as CSV/Excel
- Manage Views: Save and load filter configurations
- Inline Edit: Click cells to edit directly
Navigating to SKU Details
Click on any SKU row to open its detail page, where you can access:Overview Tab
Basic SKU information and metadata
Pricing Tab
Configure pricing and unit conversions
Inventory Tab
View inventory levels across warehouses
Suppliers Tab
Manage supplier relationships and costs
BOM Tab
Bill of Materials - component hierarchies
SKU Status
SKUs can have two statuses:| Status | Description |
|---|---|
| Active | SKU is in use and available for operations |
| Archived | SKU is hidden from most views but data is retained |
Archiving a SKU doesn’t delete any historical data. You can always restore an archived SKU if needed.
Understanding SKU Relationships
SKUs and Collections
Every SKU belongs to a collection. Collections define:- Shared dimensions (Size, Color, etc.)
- Product hierarchy
- Bulk settings and configurations
SKUs and Channels
SKUs are made available on channels through availability settings. A SKU might be:- Available on all channels
- Restricted to specific channels
- Channel-specific pricing
SKUs and Warehouses
Inventory is tracked per SKU per warehouse. A single SKU can have inventory in multiple warehouses.Best Practices
Naming Conventions
Naming Conventions
Use consistent naming patterns:
- Include key attributes: “Product Name - Size - Color”
- Keep names concise but descriptive
- Avoid special characters that might cause issues in exports
SKU Codes
SKU Codes
Create meaningful SKU codes:
- Use a consistent format across all products
- Include category or collection indicators
- Make codes human-readable when possible
- Example:
TSH-BLU-Mfor T-Shirt, Blue, Medium
Using Types Effectively
Using Types Effectively
Choose the right SKU type:
- Use Finished Good for anything you sell directly
- Use Component for items that go into other products
- Use Bundle when you physically assemble products together
- Use Virtual Bundle for promotional groupings