Create Branches, Add Products, and Publish Them to the Storefront

This tutorial explains how to create a new branch/store, add products with categories and pricing, attach images, and publish items so they appear on the online storefront. It is designed to help a team member complete the setup accurately and efficiently.

Key Steps

1. Log in and confirm the branch/store you will work in 0:00

• Log in to the provider account.
• Confirm which branch/store you will use for product setup.
• If needed, create a new branch before adding products.

2. Create a new branch if required 0:25

• Go to the branch selector in the top-left area.
• Click New Store / New Branch.
• Enter the branch name (for example, Wigza Store 3).
• Click Create to save the new branch.
• Use this step when managing multiple stores under one provider.

3. Open the product catalog 0:57

• Navigate to Catalog.
• Select Products.
• Use this area to add and manage products, categories, modifiers, images, and storefront visibility.

4. Plan product data before entering items 1:17

• Prepare a product template or item list before manual entry.
• Gather the following for each product:
  • Product name
  • Supplier
  • Department/category
  • Pricing
  • Item code
• Confirm departments in advance so reporting will be organized correctly.

5. Add the first product 2:07

• Click Add Product.
• Enter the product name (example: Lots of Cappuccino).
• Select or create the supplier (example: Wigza Food).
• Assign the department/category (example: Hot Drinks and Espressos).
• Enter pricing details from your product sheet.
• Click Create Product to save.

6. Review and edit product details if needed 2:51

• After saving, open Edit Details if changes are needed.
• Review the full product record for accuracy.
• Keep the setup simple if the goal is only to publish products quickly.
• Use the back office details later for deeper inventory or reporting setup.

7. Add additional products 3:29

• Click Add New Product again.
• Enter the next product name (example: Medium Cappuccino).
• Select the same supplier if applicable.
• Assign the correct department/category.
• Enter the correct pricing values.
• Click Create Product.
• Repeat for each product you need to publish.

8. Create and organize categories 4:04

• Go to Categories.
• Click Refresh to confirm the latest items are visible.
• Create a main category if needed (example: Cold Drinks).
• Add a child category under it (example: Soda).
• Use categories to keep products organized for both staff and customers.

9. Add another product under the correct category 4:16

• Return to Products.
• Click Add Product.
• Enter the product name (example: Coke).
• Select the supplier.
• Choose the correct category path (example: Cold Drinks > Soda).
• Confirm pricing.
• Click Create Product.

10. Add product images 5:04

• Go to the Images section.
• Add images for each product.
• Use approved images only and ensure you have permission or copyright clearance.
• On desktop, you can use a snipping tool and paste the image.
• On mobile, you can take a photo or select a file from your repository.
• Attach images to the relevant products.

11. Publish products to the storefront 6:25

• Go to the Storefront section.
• Select the products you want to make visible.
• Click Publish for all completed products.
• Confirm the products now appear as published.

12. Reorder categories and verify the live storefront 6:41

• Use the category ordering controls to arrange categories in the preferred display order.
• Open the store URL in the storefront or management view.
• Verify that products, prices, and categories display correctly.
• Confirm the published items are visible on the live store page.

Cautionary Notes

• Do not publish products until the name, category, pricing, and image are correct.
• Make sure you have permission to use any product images.
• Confirm departments/categories before entering many products to avoid reporting issues later.
• Double-check supplier selection and pricing fields before saving.
• If you are managing multiple branches, ensure you are working in the correct branch before adding products.

Tips for Efficiency

• Prepare a product spreadsheet or template before entering items manually.
• Add products in batches to reduce repetitive work.
• Use consistent naming conventions for products, suppliers, and categories.
• Create categories first if you already know the product structure.
• Reuse the same supplier and department settings where appropriate.
• After publishing, verify the storefront immediately to catch setup errors early.