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What is the difference between a SKU and a stock code?

When considering the difference between a SKU and a Stock Code, the golden rule is that a SKU can have an array of stock codes associated with it, but a Stock Code can never be associated with more than one SKU. Firstly, let’s start by explaining...

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Beautiful diamond engagement ring and wedding band

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Diamonds: The Most Famous Gemstone on Earth

Diamonds are one of the four precious gemstones, alongside ruby, emerald and sapphire, and are one of the most treasured and sought-after gemstones...

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colorful red ruby

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Rubies: Durable, Brilliant Red Gems with a Rich History

Rubies are a red gemstone from the corundum family of minerals. Pure corundum is colorless, but the presence of chromium creates the red hues of...

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Point_of_sale

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Point of Sale vs. Accounting Systems: Where Should Inventory Live?

Businesses have specific needs when it comes to inventory management. A decision that every retail business owner will have to make is whether a...

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Colorful gems, gemstones of the world, rare gemstones

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Nature’s Treasure Trove: An Introduction to Gemstones

Gemstones have been used in jewelry since prehistoric times and by many different civilizations. During that time they have been prized for their...

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beautiful gold jewelry

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Gold: A Guide to the Most Precious of Metals

The use of gold stretches back almost as far as civilization itself. The precious metal has been a symbol of luxury and wealth for thousands of...

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beautiful tourmaline

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The Many Colors and Fascinating History of Tourmaline

Tourmaline can be found all over the world, and in a wide spectrum of colors. From the ruby-like red hues of rubellite to the neon-blue Paraiba...

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Fancy Peridot ring

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Peridot: The Green Gem of the Sun

Peridot is sometimes referred to as an extraterrestrial gem. This is because small quantities of it have been found within pallasite meteorites that...

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diamond sieve

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Diamond Economics: Toxic Inventory is a Silent Killer

A paradigm shift in the diamond market is impacting businesses in the jewelry value chain as pricing volatility calls for new strategies.

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