The verdict in three sentences
A hardware store lives on a deep, multi-reference stock: screws, pipes, paints, fine hardware, every line counts. Without a dedicated tool, stockouts on fast movers and B2B price errors erode margin silently. A 2026 app at 800,000 - 2,000,000 FCFA takes back control: 5,000+ reference catalogue, prices by customer, supplier credit and stockouts cut by about 40 %.
A deep stock needs a dedicated tool
A hardware store's challenge is not selling, it is knowing what is left and at what price to sell to each customer. A loyal tradesperson does not get the same rate as a walk-in. The app handles price tiers (retail, reseller, jobsite), stock per reference with alert thresholds, and payment via Mobile Money or transfer, with tracking of credit granted.
| Metric | Without app | With app 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| References tracked | ~500 from memory | 5,000+ tracked |
| Fast-mover stockout rate | ~20 % | ~12 % |
| B2B price errors / month | Frequent | Near zero |
| Counter sale time | 4-6 min | 1-2 min |
| Customer credit tracking | Notebook | Automatic |
| Margin-per-reference visibility | No | Yes |
Budget and modules
| Plan | Indicative 2026 price (FCFA) | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Counter | 800,000 - 1,100,000 | Catalogue, stock, multi-customer pricing, MoMo |
| B2B | 1,300,000 - 1,700,000 | Supplier credit, customer credit, stockout alerts |
| Network | 1,800,000 - 2,000,000 | Multi-warehouse, margin per ref, accounting export |
2026 order of magnitude; maintenance 40,000 - 90,000 FCFA/month depending on reference volume.
Mini case study
Modou runs a hardware store in Thies with revenue of 12,000,000 FCFA/month and an average margin of 22 %. Stockouts on fast movers lose him about 4 % of potential sales, i.e. ~480,000 FCFA of revenue and ~106,000 FCFA of margin per month. With a 1,500,000 FCFA B2B app that brings stockouts from 20 % to 12 %, he recovers over half of that lost margin, ~55,000 FCFA/month, plus counter time saved. Payback in under 12 months, not counting the end of price errors.
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FAQ
Can it really handle 5,000 references?
Yes. The app is built for a deep catalogue with instant search by code, name or category. The initial import is done from an Excel file in one to two days.
How do I manage different prices per customer?
You define tiers (retail, reseller, jobsite). At sale time, the right rate applies automatically based on the customer profile, removing errors.
Is supplier and customer credit tracked?
Yes. Each credit granted or received is recorded with a due date, and the app alerts you before it. You keep a clear view of your exposure.
Is Mobile Money integrated?
Yes, Wave, MTN MoMo and Moov Money, plus bank transfer for large B2B accounts. Each payment attaches automatically to the invoice.
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Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
