If you’re running a Shopify store, you already know how important inventory is. Whether you sell retail DTC or fulfill bulk orders for wholesale clients, keeping accurate track of your stock — across locations, sales channels, and fulfillment workflows — can make or break your business.
That’s where SOS Inventory comes in. It’s the smart, affordable, and scalable inventory management system that works seamlessly with Shopify and gives you the control you’ve been missing.
Why Shopify’s Native Inventory Isn’t Always Enough
Shopify’s built-in inventory tracking is great for getting started. But as your business grows or becomes more complex, you’ll quickly run into limitations:
| Shopify Limitation | Impact on Your Business |
|---|---|
| No purchase order (PO) workflow | Manual reordering = delays & missed stock |
| Basic stock alerts only | No automation or forecasting |
| No manufacturing or bundling logic | Hard to track kits, bundles, or components |
| No COGS tracking per batch | Profitability insights are limited |
| Minimal reporting | Can’t fully analyze products or suppliers |
| Limited support for B2B workflows | No tiered pricing, PO approvals, or invoicing |
Why SOS Inventory Is the Perfect Match for Shopify Stores
SOS Inventory fills the gaps Shopify leaves behind. It’s built to support growing product-based businesses, offering the features you need to thrive — without the price tag of complex ERP systems.
Whether you’re selling direct to consumers (DTC), wholesale to distributors, or both, SOS Inventory delivers:
Real-Time Shopify Integration
SOS Inventory connects directly with your Shopify store, keeping stock levels synced automatically. Every time an order is placed, your inventory updates in real-time across all locations and sales channels.
Inventory Control Across Warehouses & Channels
Manage inventory in one warehouse or ten. SOS Inventory supports multi-location tracking, bin management, and channel-specific inventory views. Great for businesses fulfilling from 3PLs or using dropshipping.
Built-in Purchase Order Management
With SOS Inventory, you can:
- Create, track, and approve POs
- Set reorder thresholds
- Monitor supplier performance
- Automate replenishment
This is ideal for wholesale businesses managing high-volume restocking.
Support for Wholesale Workflows
If you’re selling B2B, SOS Inventory enables:
- Tiered pricing
- Volume discounts
- Manual order entry or Shopify B2B integration
- Bulk fulfillment tools
- Invoicing and account-specific terms
Powerful COGS & Profitability Reporting
SOS Inventory tracks cost of goods sold (COGS) at a granular level — by batch, vendor, or warehouse — giving you insights Shopify alone can’t offer.
With accurate COGS, you can:
- Analyze product-level profitability
- Forecast future purchasing needs
- Identify low-margin or overstocked items
Who Should Consider SOS Inventory?
SOS Inventory is ideal for:
- Shopify retailers scaling operations
- Brands selling on Shopify and wholesale (via other platforms or manually)
- Businesses with complex fulfillment or restocking needs
- Store owners needing real-time inventory syncing with QuickBooks Online or Xero
- Brands that want inventory management without switching to a full ERP
Real-World Shopify Store Wins
- A home goods brand with Shopify + Faire used SOS Inventory to unify inventory tracking and save over $10K in miscounted COGS.
- A supplement seller with multiple warehouses synced inventory between Shopify and QuickBooks Online, gaining real-time insight into order costs and product margins.
- A fashion brand used SOS to handle product bundling and size tracking while keeping accounting and fulfillment workflows separate and streamlined.
How Realtax Can Help Set It Up Right
At Realtax, we specialize in helping Shopify brands integrate SOS Inventory the right way — based on your products, fulfillment model, and growth plans.
We’ll help you:
- Sync inventory across Shopify, QBO/Xero, and warehouse systems
- Automate POs and reorders
- Build dashboards and inventory reports
- Train your team on using the system effectively
Conclusion: Shopify + SOS Inventory = Simpler, Smarter Stock Management
If you’re ready to stop guessing, eliminate stock issues, and make smarter inventory decisions, SOS Inventory is the solution your Shopify store needs — whether you sell to customers, other businesses, or both.
💬 Schedule a free SOS Inventory setup session with Realtax and get your Shopify backend under control — fast.