Why use purchase orders? A PO locks in exactly what you ordered, at what price, before any money changes hands. This 2-minute guide answers the question first, then breaks down the four real benefits of using purchase orders, the difference between a purchase order and an invoice, and a simple rule for when a PO is actually worth it for your small business. 0:00 - Why small businesses need purchase orders 0:21 - What is a purchase order (PO)? 0:38 - Purchase order vs. invoice 0:50 - 4 key benefits of using POs 1:26 - When to use (and when to skip) a purchase order 1:49 - How to create and track POs in QuickBooks Read the full guide: intuit.me/459JbJO Create and track purchase orders in QuickBooks: intuit.me/QBO #PurchaseOrders #SmallBusiness #Bookkeeping Subscribe to our YouTube channel: intuit.me/3bOj0M2 Visit QuickBooks.com: intuit.me/QBO #QuickBooks