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Add New Asset
- Updated on 22 Oct 2024
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Add a new Fixed Asset
You can add Fixed Assets to provide a structured and organized approach to managing them within the organization.
To add/create a new asset, perform the following steps:
Navigate to Asset Management > Manage Asset > Fixed. The Fixed Asset List page is displayed. Click New to create a new asset.
Figure: Fixed Asset List page
Upon clicking New, the following options are displayed:
Figure: Create Record pop-up
Start From Scratch: A completely new (empty) form with all the required fields is displayed. Choose this option to create a new record from scratch.
Use Templates: Select this option to fill the form using pre-saved templates.
Select the desired template from the Import Template pop-up, which appears when you click Use Templates, then click Apply.Figure: Import Template pop-up
On the Fixed Asset form, enter all the required details in respective fields and click Save to create a new record. For more information on field values, refer to the below segments.
Screenshot of new Fixed Asset form from scratch
Top Panel
Top Panel consists of following fields:
Field | Description |
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Asset Code | Asset Code is a unique alphanumeric identification value for an asset added to the asset inventory. As its a new page, this field will be empty. |
Asset Status | Asset Status is displayed as In Store when the asset is added to the inventory. |
Import Template | Import a saved template to autofill the saved values from the template and create a new record. |
General
The General tab includes essential details for creating a new asset, such as Department, Category, Serial Number, and Hostname.
Figure: General tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Department | Select the required Department under which you wish to add a new asset. |
Serial Number | Enter the unique Serial Number for the asset to be created. |
Category | Select the required fixed asset category from the list. |
Hostname | Enter the required Hostname value. |
Asset Information
The Asset Information section consists of three tabs that collect various details:
General Details
Hardware Specifications
Others
General Details
General Details tab consists of the following fields:
Figure: General Details tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Location | Select the required Location to which you wish to add the asset. For more information on Asset Locations, refer to AM Location Master - Overview. |
Asset Type | Select Fixed Asset from the Asset Type drop-down. For more information on Asset Type configuration, refer to Asset Type.
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Make | Select the required Make (Brand Name) from the drop-down. For example- Dell, Lenovo, HP, Apple etc. |
Manufacturer | Select the required Manufacturer from the drop-down. For example- Cisco, IBM, HP, Canon etc. |
IP Address | Enter the IP Address. |
Model | Enter the specific version, type of the asset or Model name. For example,
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Hardware Specifications
Hardware Specifications tab consists of the following fields:
Figure: Hardware Specifications tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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RAM Size | Choose the RAM Size from available options: 8GB, 16GB, or 32GB. |
HDD Size | Choose the HDD Size from available options: 1TB, 2TB, 256TB, 512TB. |
RAM Quantity | Choose the RAM Quantity from available options: 1 and 2. |
HDD Quantity | Choose the HDD Quantity from available options: 1 and 2. |
Attachment | Attach any required files as needed. |
Others
Others tab consists of the following fields:
Figure: Others tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Operating System | Choose the Operating System from available options: Linux, Windows 10, Windows 11, MacOS. |
Operating System Version | Choose the required Operating System Version from the drop-down. |
Asset Remarks | Provide any relevant remarks or details about the asset. |
Data Input Source | Choose the Data Input Source from available options: Manual Entry, Excel Import, and Discovery - Based. |
Asset Register
Asset Register captures information about all hardware, software, and network devices owned or managed by an organization throughout their lifecycle.
Note
Asset Register tab displays data upon the selection of Asset Category selected. The options displayed here vary based on the type of Asset Category selected.
Let's explore two examples to understand how the Asset Register tab presents distinct data for each selected category.
Tools and Hardware
Tools and Hardware Category consists of following fields:
Figure: Tools and Hardware Category
Field Description
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Types of Tool/Hardware | Choose the Types of Tool/Hardware from available options: Cutting Tools, Hand Tools, Hinges, Measuring Tools, Nuts and Bolts, and Power Tools. |
Tools/Hardware options | Hammer, Screwdriver, Pilers, Power Saw, Power Router, Bolt Cutter, Hacksaw, Ruler, Caliper, Carriage Bolts, Lag Bolts, Concealed Hinges, Continuous Hinges. |
Laptop
Laptop Category consists of following fields:
Figure: Laptop Category
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Battery Replacement Date | Select the required Laptop Battery Replacement Date from the calendar. |
Screen Type | Choose the Screen Type from available options: 2K, 4K, Full HD, and HD. |
Links
Relationship
Link any records with the asset which is to be created. Choose any records from available options: Service Requests, Change, Problem, CMDB, Incidents, or Contracts.
When the link pop-up is displayed, select the required record checkbox(s) and click Link button.
Service Requests
Change
Problem
CMDB
Incidents
Contracts
Financials
Financials tab captures asset purchase details that help facilitate budgeting and financial planning.
Purchase Order
Purchase Order consists of following fields:
Figure: Purchase Order grid
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Contract Type | Choose the Contract Type from available options: AMC (Annual Maintenance Contract) and Fixed Price Contract. |
Base Cost | Enter the Base Cost in the field. |
PO Date | Select the PO Date from the calendar. |
PO Number | Enter the PO Number in the field. |
Cost Center | Choose the Cost Center from available options: Development, Finance, IT, Implementation, and QA. |
Asset Cost | Enter the Asset Cost in the field. |
Issue Log
Issue Log tab helps in tracking and managing problems related to assets. This tab includes fields to capture problems, proposed solutions, and the causes of these problems. The data entered in these fields is stored in a list for easy reference and management.
Diagnostic
Diagnostic consists of following fields:
Figure: Diagnostic grid
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Problem | Enter a detailed description of the problem encountered with the asset. Example: Asset not depreciating correctly. |
Proposed Solution | Provide the solution proposed to resolve the identified problem. Example: Adjust depreciation method to straight-line. |
Cause | Explain the root cause of the problem. Example: Incorrect initial setup of depreciation method. |
Add | Click Add to add and update the entered details. You can add multiple entries. |
List | All entries made in the Diagnostic tab are captured in the list segment. This provides a consolidated view of all issues, proposed solutions, and causes. You can edit/make changes in the entries or delete the whole entry through Actions option. |
Displays a detailed log of all changes made within the Issue Log. Figure: History pop-up |
Timeline
This field displays a chronological sequence of events or actions related to an asset, purchase order, ticket, or any other relevant entity being changed in the lifecycle of this asset. It also indicates the user responsible for the changes, along with the corresponding date and time.
Note
This information appears when any changes/updates are made to an already saved asset record.
Timeline
Figure: Timeline tab
Timeline information can also be filtered using the Filter By option.
Figure: Timeline - Filter By option
More Information
More Information section covers other asset information.
More Information
More Information section covers the details of action-related attributes for each specific asset lifecycle status.
Figure: More Information tab
Note
Asset Condition field will be displayed for all asset lifecycle statuses, as it is a crucial detail that helps in decision-making throughout the asset lifecycle.
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Asset Condition | Choose the Asset Condition from available options: Faulty, Good, Scrap. |
Warranty Information
Warranty Information section captures the start and end dates of the asset's warranty.
Warranty Information
Warranty Information consists of following fields:
Figure: Warranty Information tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Warranty Start Date | Select the Warranty Start Date of the Fixed Asset from the calendar. |
Warranty End Date | Select the Warranty End Date of the Fixed Asset from the calendar. |