How to Add Parts and Supplies to a Work Order
Section titled “How to Add Parts and Supplies to a Work Order”To accurately track inventory consumption and maintenance costs, technicians must log the exact parts used to complete a job.
Step 1: Open the Work Order Details
Section titled “Step 1: Open the Work Order Details”Locate the specific Work Order. Click the blue alphanumeric Code to open the task’s detailed profile.
Step 2: Navigate to Parts and Supplies
Section titled “Step 2: Navigate to Parts and Supplies”Inside the Work Order profile, use the internal left-hand menu to select Parts and Supplies. Click the + (Add) icon on the far right.
Step 3: Select Parts (Two Methods)
Section titled “Step 3: Select Parts (Two Methods)”Method A: Use a Part Set (For Standard Kits) A “Part Set” is a pre-configured bundle of items frequently used together for a specific routine task.
- Click the Select Part Set dropdown.
- Choose your kit. The system will automatically populate the required items and default quantities.
- You must then select the specific Location (warehouse, shelf, or bin) from which you are pulling each item.
Method B: Add Individual Items
- Click the New Item button.
- A new blank row will appear. Configure the three required fields:
- Part: Search for and select the specific item.
- Location: Select the physical storage location you are pulling from.
- Quantity: Enter the exact number of units consumed.
tip: Sourcing One Part from Multiple Locations You can add the same Part to the list multiple times, provided you log the different storage locations. Example: You need 4 “Heavy Duty V-Belts.” Main Cage has 3, Overflow Storage has 1:
- Row 1: Part: Heavy Duty V-Belt | Location: Main Cage - Bin 4 | Quantity: 3
- Row 2: Part: Heavy Duty V-Belt | Location: Overflow Storage | Quantity: 1
Step 4: Save the Allocation
Section titled “Step 4: Save the Allocation”Review your item list carefully. Click the Submit button. The system will immediately deduct these quantities from your active inventory.