I am creating a multi-store, distributed inventory management system. It has the option of using HSQL or MySQL as the database. I recommend MySQL since it is an enterprise capable database system and it's free. Anyway, I was in the automotive aftermarket for 10 years and I am determined to create the best inventory management system available for the auto parts industry. If you would like to download it and try it out and give me your feedback, you can get it at: InvManager

Thanks.