UoM Relationship

A UoM Relationship defines how one unit converts to another. For example: 1 Pack = 12 Pieces, or 1 Carton = 6 Bottles. This is essential for inventory receiving, recipe costing, and stock deductions.

Who can use this page?

Staff with Create Item or Edit Item permissions.

How to open UoM Relationship

1. Log in to FoodEase Office.
2. Sidebar → Items → UoM Relationship.

Page overview

The table shows relationships between two units, typically:

Column	Description
Unit One	Base or larger unit
Unit Two	Smaller or converted unit
Relationship	How many of Unit Two equal one of Unit One
Actions	Edit or manage the relationship

Create a UoM relationship

1. Click Create (add button on the page).
2. Select Unit of Measurement (first unit).
3. Select Unit Two (second unit).
4. Enter the conversion quantity (e.g. how many pieces in one pack).
5. Save.

Edit a relationship

1. Open Actions on the row → Edit.
2. Adjust units or quantities.
3. Save.

Search

Use Search By Unit to find relationships involving a specific unit name.

When you need this

• Receiving stock in cartons but selling by piece
• Recipe ingredients tracked in grams but purchased in kilograms
• Inventory counts in one unit, POS sales in another

Best practices

• Create both units in Unit of Measurement first.
• Avoid duplicate relationships for the same unit pair.
• Document your standard pack sizes so purchasing and kitchen teams stay aligned.

Related guides

• Unit of Measurement
• Items