How Is Reference & FOB Point Used in Producing a Purchase Order?

Overview

When creating a Purchase Order in Contractor Foreman, you may notice two fields: Reference and FOB Point. These fields help provide additional context and clarity for tracking and managing material orders and deliveries.

Reference Number

The Reference Number field in a Purchase Order is used to tie the PO back to an external reference, such as:

• A Customer Purchase Order number

• A Delivery ticket

• A Warehouse pickup slip

This field serves as an additional layer of identification that connects your internal Purchase Order to a related external document or customer reference.

FOB Point

FOB (Free on Board) Point identifies the location where ownership and liability transfer from the supplier to the purchaser.

For example:

• If the FOB Point is the supplier’s warehouse, the purchaser assumes responsibility once the goods leave that location.

• If the FOB Point is the delivery destination, the supplier retains responsibility until the goods are received by the purchaser.

This field helps clarify who is responsible for shipping costs, risks, and ownership at different stages of delivery.

Summary