Payouts

Running a consignment store without proper software is like running a restaurant without a kitchen — you can do it, but it is going to be messy, slow, and you will lose money. Here is what you actually need, what is available for the Australian market, and how to choose. What Consignment Software Has to Do At minimum, your software needs to handle: Consignor management — Track who consigned what, their commission split, and contact details Inventory tracking — Know what is in stock, what has sold, and what is ageing Payout calculation — Calculate commissions, generate payout reports, and track what you owe consignors Pricing — Set and adjust prices based on age, demand, and market data Multi-marketplace listing — Push items to eBay, Shopify, and other platforms Reporting — BAS/GST reporting, sales analytics, consignor performance If your current setup (probably a spreadsheet) does not do all six, you are leaving money on the table. ...