How to Purchase goods and services using Pochi La Biashara

How to Purchase goods from Pochi La Biashara using USSD (*334#)

Step-by-Step Buy Goods Process

Accessing Buy Goods Services

1. Dial *334# from your registered Safaricom number
2. Select M-PESA Services from the main menu
3. Choose "Pochi La Biashara" option
4. Enter your Pochi La Biashara PIN when prompted
5. Select "Buy Goods and Services" from the menu

Making Buy Goods Payments

1. Enter the Business Till Number (provided by the supplier)
2. Input the payment amount for goods/services
3. Add reference information:
   • Invoice Number: If available
   • Order Reference: Purchase order number
   • Product Description: Brief description of purchase
   • Delivery Date: Expected delivery date
4. Review transaction details:
   • Supplier till number
   • Payment amount
   • Reference information
   • Transaction fees
   • Available balance after payment
5. Confirm payment by selecting "Yes"
6. Enter your Pochi La Biashara PIN to authorize
7. Receive confirmation SMS with:
   • Payment confirmation
   • Supplier notification details
   • Transaction reference number
   • Updated account balance

Buy Goods Payment Best Practices

Before Payment:

• Verify Till Number: Confirm correct supplier till number
• Check Invoice Details: Verify amount and purchase details
• Negotiate Terms: Agree on delivery terms and timeline
• Document Agreement: Keep written record of purchase agreement

During Payment:

• Double-Check Amount: Ensure payment amount is correct
• Add Detailed Reference: Include comprehensive reference information
• Save Confirmation: Keep payment confirmation SMS
• Notify Supplier: Inform supplier of payment completion

After Payment:

• Follow Up Delivery: Monitor goods/service delivery
• Reconcile Records: Match payment to business accounts
• Evaluate Supplier: Assess supplier performance
• Update Inventory: Record received goods in inventory system

How to Paybills from Pochi La Biashara using USSD (*334#)

Step-by-Step Paybill Process

Accessing Paybill Services

1. Dial *334# and access Pochi La Biashara services
2. Select "Pay Bill" from the payment options
3. Prepare payment information:
   • Paybill number (provided by service provider)
   • Account number (meter number, policy number, etc.)
   • Payment amount
   • Reference details

Making Paybill Payments

1. Enter the Paybill Number (5-6 digit business number)
2. Input the Account Number:
   • Utility Bills: Meter number or account number
   • Insurance: Policy number
   • Loans: Loan account number
   • Subscriptions: Member or customer number
   • Government: Application or license number
3. Enter payment amount
4. Add reference information (optional but recommended)
5. Review comprehensive payment details:
   • Service provider name
   • Account number
   • Payment amount
   • Service description
   • Transaction fees
6. Authorize payment with PIN
7. Receive detailed confirmation including:
   • Service provider confirmation
   • Account balance update
   • Payment application status
   • Receipt number for follow-up

How to Purchase goods and services from Pochi La Biashara using MySafaricom App

Step-by-Step App Purchase Process

App Access and Setup

1. Open MySafaricom App and log in to your account
2. Navigate to Pochi La Biashara section
3. Enter PIN or use biometric authentication
4. Access "Payments" or "Purchase Goods & Services" menu

Buy Goods via App

1. Select "Buy Goods" from payment options
2. Enter supplier details:
   • Manual Entry: Type till number directly
   • Supplier List: Choose from saved suppliers
   • Recent Payments: Select from recent transactions
   • QR Code Scan: Scan supplier QR code if available
3. Enter purchase information:
   • Payment Amount: Cost of goods/services
   • Purchase Description: What you're buying
   • Invoice Reference: Invoice or order number
   • Delivery Details: Expected delivery information
4. Add business details:
   • Expense Category: Accounting category
   • Department: Business department or division
   • Project Code: Project or job reference
   • Approval Status: Required approvals
5. Review comprehensive summary:
   • Supplier information
   • Purchase details
   • Payment amount and fees
   • Business categorization
6. Process payment with authentication
7. Save receipt and share with relevant parties

Paybill via App

1. Select "Pay Bill" from payment menu
2. Enter service provider details:
   • Paybill Number: Service provider number
   • Account Number: Your account with provider
   • Service Name: Description of service
3. Input payment details:
   • Payment Amount: Bill amount
   • Due Date: Payment due date
   • Bill Period: Billing period being paid
   • Reference: Additional reference information
4. Add business information:
   • Expense Type: Utility, service, etc.
   • Cost Center: Business unit or location
   • Budget Code: Budget category
5. Review and confirm all payment details
6. Authorize payment with PIN or biometric
7. Receive confirmation and digital receipt

Bulk Purchase Processing

1. Select "Bulk Payments" or "Multiple Suppliers"
2. Prepare purchase list:
   • Upload File: CSV file with purchase details
   • Manual Entry: Enter multiple purchases individually
   • Template Use: Use saved bulk purchase templates
3. Review bulk purchase details:
   • Total Suppliers: Number of suppliers being paid
   • Total Amount: Combined purchase amount
   • Payment Distribution: Individual payment amounts
   • Processing Time: Expected completion time
4. Categorize purchases:
   • Expense Categories: Assign categories to each purchase
   • Approval Requirements: Set approval levels
   • Documentation: Attach supporting documents
5. Process bulk payments with enhanced authentication
6. Monitor progress in real-time
7. Receive comprehensive confirmation with individual statuses