Simple Inventory Programs for Small Business Owners
BSimple’s inventory program is built for small business owners who need practical solutions without enterprise complexity:
- Quick setup—get operational in days, not months
- Affordable flat-rate pricing with no hidden per-user fees
- Xero integration for seamless small business accounting
- Customer ordering portals to reduce admin time
- Mobile-friendly interface for on-the-go inventory management
- Australian support from business owners who understand your challenges
You’ve outgrown Excel. Your inventory spreadsheet has become a monster—formulas breaking, version control nightmares, and hours wasted on manual updates. But when you look at inventory software options, they’re either built for enterprises with complex workflows you don’t need, or they’re too basic to actually solve your problems.
Small business inventory programs should be simple, but not simplistic. You need software that handles real business challenges—multiple suppliers with different lead times, customers with specific pricing, integration with your accounting system—without requiring a PhD to set up and operate.
BSimple is purpose-built for Australian small business owners. No bloated feature sets you’ll never use. No per-user pricing that punishes you for growing your team. Just practical inventory management that solves real problems and gets out of your way so you can focus on running your business.
Why Small Businesses Struggle with Inventory Software
Small business owners face unique challenges when it comes to inventory management. You’re wearing multiple hats—you’re the CEO, the warehouse manager, the purchaser, and the customer service rep. You don’t have time to learn complex software or attend multi-day training sessions.
Here’s what typically goes wrong:
- Excel breaks down: Once you hit 100+ SKUs or multiple people need access, spreadsheets become liability
- Enterprise software is overkill: You don’t need warehouse barcode scanning across 50 locations—you need stock tracking for 2-3 locations
- Basic apps are too limited: Many “simple” inventory apps can’t handle purchase orders, customer-specific pricing, or accounting integration
- Pricing models don’t fit: Per-user fees mean you can’t afford to give warehouse staff access
BSimple solves these problems by focusing on what small businesses actually need. The software is powerful enough to handle complex inventory workflows but simple enough to onboard in an afternoon. You get the features that matter—purchase order management, customer portals, Xero sync—without the enterprise bloat.
If you’re currently using Excel for inventory management, you’ll recognize the pain points. BSimple is the natural next step when spreadsheets no longer cut it.
Essential Features Small Businesses Actually Need
Forget the feature lists with 200+ capabilities. Small businesses need inventory programs that nail the fundamentals. Here’s what actually matters:
Purchase Order Management: You need to know what you’ve ordered, when it’s arriving, and what you’ve received. BSimple’s PO system is straightforward—create orders from low stock alerts, track deliveries, and automatically update inventory when stock arrives. No complicated approval workflows, just practical purchasing.
Customer-Specific Pricing: Different customers get different prices. That’s business. BSimple handles customer-specific pricing without creating separate product catalogs. Set a price for a customer once, and all their future orders use that pricing automatically.
Xero Integration: Your bookkeeper uses Xero. Your inventory system should talk to Xero. Every sale creates an invoice, every purchase order matches to a bill, inventory values flow through automatically. End-of-month reconciliation takes minutes instead of days.
Customer Ordering Portals: Stop taking orders via text message, email, and phone calls. Give customers a dedicated portal where they can see their products, their pricing, and place orders on their schedule. This alone will save you hours every week.
These aren’t flashy features, but they’re the difference between software that helps you and software that creates more work. For broader context on inventory management features, check out our comprehensive guide to inventory management software.
Small Business Pricing That Actually Makes Sense
Let’s talk about pricing, because most inventory software companies get this completely wrong for small businesses. They charge per user, which means you can’t afford to give access to everyone who needs it. Or they have “starter” plans that lock critical features behind expensive upgrades.
BSimple uses flat-rate pricing based on your business size, not your team size. Need to give access to your warehouse staff, your admin person, and your partner? No problem—unlimited users included. Want to add customer ordering portals for 50 customers? Also included. You pay based on your transaction volume and SKU count, not how many people need access to the system.
The pricing model reflects how small businesses actually operate:
- Predictable monthly cost: No surprise charges when you hire someone
- All features included: No tiered pricing that locks away critical functionality
- Australian pricing: No currency conversion surprises or international payment fees
- Setup support included: We help you migrate from Excel or your existing system
Most small businesses start at $150-$250/month depending on SKU count and transaction volume. Compare that to enterprise systems at $500+/month before user fees, and you’ll see why BSimple makes sense for Australian SMBs.
Check our pricing page for detailed plans based on your business size.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size business is BSimple designed for?
BSimple is designed for Australian small to medium businesses typically with 50-5,000 SKUs and $500K-$10M in annual revenue. We’re ideal if you’ve outgrown Excel but don’t need warehouse management systems designed for large enterprises. Our sweet spot is wholesale, manufacturing, and distribution businesses with 2-20 employees.
How long does it take to set up BSimple for a small business?
Most small businesses are operational within 3-5 days. Setup involves importing your products (usually from an Excel export of your current system), setting up your suppliers and customers, connecting to Xero, and configuring basic workflows. We provide setup support to ensure the migration is smooth and your data transfers correctly.
Can I try BSimple before committing to a paid plan?
Yes, we offer a free trial so you can test BSimple with your actual products and workflows before subscribing. The trial includes full access to all features—no limitations or demo data. This lets you properly evaluate whether BSimple fits your business before making a financial commitment.
Does BSimple charge per user like other inventory programs?
No. BSimple uses flat-rate pricing based on your business size (SKU count and transaction volume), not your team size. You get unlimited users included in your subscription. This means you can give access to your warehouse staff, admin team, and business partners without worrying about per-seat charges adding up.
Can BSimple handle inventory for a business with multiple locations?
Yes, BSimple supports multi-location inventory tracking. You can see stock levels by location, transfer inventory between locations, and set location-specific reorder points. For small businesses with 2-5 locations, BSimple provides the visibility you need without the complexity of enterprise warehouse management systems.
What if I need help after setup—do you charge for support?
Support is included in your BSimple subscription. We’re a small Australian team who’ve run businesses ourselves, so we understand the challenges you face. You can reach us via email or phone (1300 980 598), and we’ll help troubleshoot issues, answer questions, and guide you through any workflow challenges. No additional support fees or tiered support packages.