Telesto: Inventory Management

Integration with
WooCommerce

Your Telesto inventory account now syncs directly with your WooCommerce store.

Manage your products, orders, and customers from one place while keeping everything accurate and up to date across both platforms. Connect your store in minutes and see the difference it makes.

Inventory Management | WooCommerce integration
Inventory Management | WooCommerce integration

Benefits

Here's what this integration brings to your workflow:

  • Automatic inventory syncing: Stock levels stay in sync between Telesto and WooCommerce automatically, so you always have an accurate count without manual updates.

  • Order syncing: Orders placed on WooCommerce flow directly into Telesto, making fulfillment faster and more reliable.

  • Product syncing: Product details stay consistent across both platforms, eliminating double entry and reducing errors.

  • Real-time updates: Inventory levels and order statuses update instantly, giving you a live view of your business at all times.

  • Avoid stockouts and overselling: With real-time inventory visibility, you can sell with confidence knowing that what's listed is actually available.

How to connect

Connecting WooCommerce with Telesto is a simple and code-free process. Just follow these steps to get started:


IN WOOCOMMERCE:

  1. Go to 'WooCommerce' > 'Settings' > 'Advanced'.
  2. In the advanced tab, click on the REST API link, then on the 'create an API key' button.
  3. On the next page, enter a description and change permissions to read/write.
  4. Click on the 'Generate API key'.
  5. Once the key is generated, copy the consumer key and consumer secret to a safe place.

IN TELESTO:
  1. Go to 'Settings' > 'Integrations' > 'WooCommerce'.
  2. Enable the 'Sync Status' checkbox to activate the service.
  3. Enter the WooCommerce store URL, consumer key, and consumer secret.
  4. Customize the permissions by selecting what to sync.
  5. Save your changes, and you're all set!

Frequently asked questions

How can I stop the syncing process?
You can stop it easily. Go to settings > Integrations > WooCommerce and uncheck the sync status checkbox. Remember to save your settings.
How are products linked?
Telesto will find matching SKUs between your products in Telesto and WooCommerce. This connection is important for proper order imports too.
What types of orders are imported?
WooCommerce orders with "processing" status are going to be imported into Telesto.
What happens when I change an order status in Telesto?
The system will automatically update the new status to WooCommerce immediately.
Can WooCommerce Handle Inventory?
Yes, WooCommerce does have its own inventory management tool, but it does come with certain limitations. If you run a larger business, you might need something more robust to optimize your selling on the platform fully.

Here are some limitations you might encounter when using WooCommerce without an external inventory management system:

  • Limited inventory tracking: While WooCommerce provides basic inventory tracking features, it may not be enough for some businesses to monitor stock levels and warehouse inventory movement effectively.
  • Manual inventory updates: WooCommerce's inventory tracking is mostly manual, so you'll have to update stock levels manually whenever new inventory arrives or orders are fulfilled. This manual process can be time-consuming and prone to errors, leading to lost sales, unhappy customers, and increased costs.
  • Limited reporting and analytics: Although WooCommerce offers basic reporting and analytics features, they might not be sufficient for businesses that require more advanced reports to track sales, identify trends, and spot opportunities.
  • Limited data = limited insights: WooCommerce's inventory tracking function only retains data from the past 90 days. While it gives you a snapshot of your current performance, historical data is essential for informed decision-making and future planning.