Log In:
Go to app.alegra.com or use the mobile app (iOS 9.0+ or Android 4.1+) and sign in with your email and password.
Go to Inventory:
In the side menu, click Inventory (Alegra Accounting) or Products (Alegra POS/Store).
Create a New Service:
Click Add Product or New Sales Item to open the form.
Fill Out the Form:
Type: Select Service.
Inventoriable: Leave unchecked (services have no stock).
Name: Enter something clear, such as “Hourly Parking.”
Reference: Use a unique code, e.g., “PARQ001.”
Category: Create or select “Parking Services.”
Description (optional): “Hourly rate for covered parking.”
Base price: Enter the price without VAT, e.g., $5,000 COP.
Tax: Select Exempt (parking services are usually VAT-exempt; confirm with your accountant).
Total price: Automatically calculated ($5,000 COP if exempt).
Colombia Compra Eficiente Code (optional): Use 78181500 if selling to public entities.
Image (optional): Upload a photo of the car park (max. 4 MB).
Save:
Click Save or Create Product. Confirm that the service appears in the inventory.
Extra Options
Bulk Import: Register multiple rates (hourly, daily, monthly) using the Excel template in Inventory > Import. Use
.xlsxformat and mark “Service” and “Exempt” for VAT.Alegra Store: Enable Show in Store to sell online and select Featured Product.
Price Lists: Create special rates (e.g., $4,500 COP/hour for corporate clients) under Inventory > Price Lists.
DIAN Compliance: Set VAT as Exempt for valid electronic invoices (Resolution 000042 of 2020).
Example: Hourly Parking Service
Type: Service
Inventoriable: No
Name: Hourly Parking
Reference: PARQ001
Category: Parking Services
Base Price: $5,000 COP
Tax: Exempt
Total Price: $5,000 COP
UNSPSC Code (if applicable): 78181500
Action: Save and verify in inventory
Key Notes
Services have no stock: Do not set cost or quantity for parking services.
Do not change type: Once a service has been invoiced, it cannot be converted into an inventoriable product.
Electronic Invoicing: Use the correct VAT type (Exempt or applicable) to comply with DIAN regulations.
Recommendations
Consult your accountant: Confirm whether your service is exempt or subject to another tax (e.g., INC).
Use Alegra POS: Configure barcodes for quick payment at the car park.
Get trained: Learn for free at academy.alegra.com.
Support: Contact Alegra at +57 1 381-9090, via chat, or by email.
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