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UoM Relationship

Convert between units of measurement, such as packs to pieces.

In FoodEase Office: Open this page

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 → ItemsUoM Relationship.

![UoM Relationship page](/docs/screenshots/menu-management/uom-relationship.png)

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

UoM Relationship | FoodEase Help Center