PDI C-Store Essentials allows you to quickly adjust prices for a group of items, such as increasing cigarette prices by 10 cents or updating an entire category
Step-by-Step Process
Go to CStore Essentials Web Account
You can access CStore Essentials by clicking here or going to https://secure.cstorepro.com
Click the “Forgot Password” button if you need help resetting your password
Navigate to the Bulk Update Screen
On the left side of your screen, click on Price Book
Next click on Bulk Update Items
Search for the items
Using various criteria, such as Price Groups (Click here to learn how to set up price groups.), Specific Products (e.g., all Coke products), or Department and Price (e.g., all soda items priced at $0.89), search for the items you would like to update
Making the necessary Updates
After filtering to the items that need to be updated, make the update in the top header row
Once you have made the update, click the Down Arrow next to the corresponding change to update all the rows underneath
Next, click Send All Changes to Register to finalize updates
✅ Note: You must click Send to Register Now before refreshing or closing the page; otherwise, your changes will not be saved
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I forget to click 'Send to Register Now'?
What happens if I forget to click 'Send to Register Now'?
If you do not click Send to Register Now before refreshing or closing the page, your changes will not be saved.
Always ensure you finalize changes before exiting.
Can I search for items in multiple ways?
Can I search for items in multiple ways?
Yes, you can search by price groups, specific product names, departments, or pricing criteria.
How long does it take for price updates to reflect at the register?
How long does it take for price updates to reflect at the register?
Once sent to the register, updates typically take a few minutes to process.
If changes do not appear, ensure your register is properly synced.
Can I undo bulk price updates?
Can I undo bulk price updates?
No, there is no undo option.
Double-check your changes before sending them to the register.
Who can make bulk price updates?
Who can make bulk price updates?
Only users with the appropriate permissions can access and modify bulk pricing in PDI CStore Essentials.