Step-by-Step Process
Generate Item Sales by Report
Go to C-Store Essentials Web Account
You can access C-Store 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 Reports
On the left side of the screen, click on Report Center
Next, click on POS Reports
Then click on Item Sales
3. Set Parameters
Choose the desired Report Date, Department, or Scan Code
Click Run Report to display the total count (#Sold) and total amount ($Sold) of items
4. Save or Print the Report
Use the Print or Export options in the top-right corner to save the report
Generate Item Sales by Date Report
Go to C-Store Essentials Web Account
You can access C-Store Essentials by clicking here or going to https://secure.cstorepro.com
Click the “Forgot Password” button if you need help resetting your password
Navigate to Reports
On the left side of the screen, click on Report Center
Next, click on POS Reports
Then click on Item Sales by Date from the available reports
3. Set Parameters
Select the desired Report Date and input the Scan Code for the item
Click Run Report to view the count (#Sold) and amount ($Sold) of a specific item by each day
💡 Note: The Item Sales Report recognizes only items scanned at the POS register with a valid UPC barcode
💡 For information on valid UPC barcodes, refer to this article here
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Item Sales Report and the Item Sales by Date Report?
What is the difference between the Item Sales Report and the Item Sales by Date Report?
The Item Sales Report provides a summary of total items sold and revenue over a specified date range.
The Item Sales by Date Report breaks this information down by individual days for a specific item.
Can I include items that were manually rung up in the report?
Can I include items that were manually rung up in the report?
No, the report only includes items scanned at the POS register with valid UPC barcodes.
What file formats can I use to save the report?
What file formats can I use to save the report?
You can save the report as a printed document or export it to Excel.
How do I filter by department or item scan code?
How do I filter by department or item scan code?
You can set these parameters when generating the report by entering the desired department or scan code in the settings.
How often should I review these reports?
How often should I review these reports?
It is recommended to review the Item Sales Report weekly or monthly to monitor item performance and make inventory adjustments.
Can I use these reports to track seasonal trends?
Can I use these reports to track seasonal trends?
Yes, the date-specific filtering options allow you to identify seasonal trends in item sales.
What should I do if the report is not showing certain items?
What should I do if the report is not showing certain items?
Ensure the items are scanned at the POS and have valid UPC barcodes.
Contact PDI Customer Support for additional troubleshooting.
Can I run the Item Sales by Date Report for multiple items at once?
Can I run the Item Sales by Date Report for multiple items at once?
No, the Item Sales by Date Report focuses on individual items.
To analyze multiple items, use the Item Sales Report instead.
Can I use this report to compare sales across departments?
Can I use this report to compare sales across departments?
Yes, you can filter the report by department to compare sales performance across different categories.