# How to Create an Inventory Management System in Coda

> To build an inventory management system in Coda, create a new document, add a table, and configure columns for item name, category, quantity, reorder level, and status. Next, populate the table with your item details and set rules to highlight low-stock items.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-an-inventory-management-system-in-coda/
Apps: Coda
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a390fab56e05a00fdf497/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click "New Doc" and name it "Inventory Management System."
2. Click "+" and select "Table."
3. Add the columns: "Item Name," "Category," "Quantity," "Reorder Level," and "Status."
4. Populate the table with item details and stock levels.
5. Highlight low-stock items by setting rules.