Understanding Simple vs. Advanced Sales Settings in Burdi
Understanding Simple vs. Advanced Sales Settings in Burdi |
Burdi gives you flexibility in how sale prices are managed and updated. This is done through two options: Simple Sales Settings and Advanced Sales Settings. Knowing when to use each can help you maintain consistent pricing and avoid unnecessary manual changes.
Simple Sales Settings

Simple Sales Settings are designed for users who want a straightforward, system-wide pricing approach.
How It Works
When to Use
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You want a consistent, automatic pricing method across all suppliers.
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You don’t need to set supplier-specific pricing rules.
Advanced Sales Settings

Advanced Sales Settings offer more customisation and are ideal for users managing multiple suppliers with different pricing methods.
How It Works
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You select a default pricing method for new suppliers, but you can also set unique pricing rules for each supplier individually within the supplier's settings.
The available methods are:
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Burdi RRP – same as in Simple Settings, using the calculated mean price.
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Burdi RRP plus Additional Markup – applies the Burdi RRP and allows you to add a further markup percentage.
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Price Range Markup – applies markups based on your defined price brackets, just like in Simple Settings.
You also have access to the Sales Management Percentage:
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This is a threshold used to flag products for review.
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If the sale price you set differs from Burdi’s calculated sale price by more than the set percentage, Burdi will create a Sales Management notice.
When to Use
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You work with multiple suppliers and need different pricing strategies for each.
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You want tighter control over price changes, especially when suppliers have different cost structures.
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You need additional markups beyond Burdi’s calculated RRP.
Key Differences at a Glance
Feature | Simple Sales Settings | Advanced Sales Settings |
Scope | One pricing method for all products/suppliers | Supplier-specific pricing options |
Methods Available | ❌ No Burdi RRP or Price Range Markup | Burdi RRP, Burdi RRP + Additional Markup, or Price Range Markup |
Customisation per Supplier | Burdi RRP or Price Range Markup | ✅ Yes |
Sales Management Percentage | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
Which Option Should You Choose?
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Use Simple Settings if you want a quick, uniform pricing structure that applies across all suppliers.
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Use Advanced Settings if you work with multiple suppliers and require tailored pricing rules, or if you need more granular control over sale price management.
Final Tip
If you’re unsure where to start, begin with Simple Sales Settings to establish a baseline. As your business grows and supplier relationships become more complex, you can switch to Advanced Settings for deeper control.
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