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Fixed Asset - In Store
- Updated on 17 Oct 2024
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When an asset is added to a defined location, the status is displayed as In Store. The asset details provided during the creation will be recorded.
Let's explore the 'In Store' status in detail.
Figure: Asset details page - In Store status
Top Panel
Top Panel consists of following fields:
Field | Description |
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Asset Code | Asset Code is a unique alphanumeric identifier assigned to assets in the inventory. It prominently displays the assigned code, where the first two letters denote the asset type. For example: In FI015424, 'FI' signifies a fixed asset. |
Asset Status | Asset Status is displayed as In Store when the asset is present in a particular location. |
Click Allocate option to allocate the fixed asset to a user, project, location, or customer. For more information on Allocate action, refer to In Store - Main Actions segment below. | |
Audit Trail captures information such as Change, Workflow, Link, Communication, BR, and Access History. Figure: Audit Trail pop-up
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Kebab menu consists of options such as Deactivate, Movement, Send Email, Remote Asset control etc. These options are specifically displayed based on the specific validations or conditions defined. To learn about common asset actions, refer to Fixed Asset - Common Actions. To learn about main actions for In Store status, refer to In Store - Main Actions. |
More Information
More Information section covers the details of action-related attributes for each specific asset lifecycle status.
Figure: More Information grid
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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.
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Warranty Information
Warranty Information section captures the start and end dates of the asset's warranty. It consists of following fields:
Figure: Warranty Information tab
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Warranty Start Date | Displays the Warranty Start Date of the Fixed Asset from the calendar. |
Warranty End Date | Displays the Warranty End Date of the Fixed Asset from the calendar. |
In Store - Main Actions
Allocate
As part of this process, assets can be allocated or assigned to a user, project, location or customer. The allocation process ensures that each user or group receives the appropriate assets they need to perform their tasks or responsibilities.
Note
Allocate option will be available only if the asset is in good condition.
Figure: Allocate pop-up
Field Description
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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General Information | |
To | Allows you to allocate assets using the following options: User: Select this option if you wish to allocate the asset to a user. Project: Select this option to assign the asset to a specific project. Location: Select this option if you wish to allocate the asset to a location. Customer: Select this option if you wish to allocate the asset to a customer. |
Asset Owner | Select the Asset Owner from drop-down. Asset Owner is the person or department that currently holds responsibility for the asset. This individual is accountable for the asset’s condition and usage, and can perform actions such as asset reject and return. |
Reporting Manager | Select the Reporting Manager from drop-down. Reporting Manager is the direct supervisor of the asset owner, responsible for approving or overseeing the asset’s allocation and usage. This field ensures that the allocation follows the appropriate chain of command.
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Alternate Supervisor | Select the Alternate Supervisor from drop-down. Alternate Supervisor is a secondary or backup manager who can authorize or oversee the asset allocation if the primary reporting manager is unavailable. This helps maintain workflow continuity when the primary supervisor is out of office.
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Floor | Select the Floor to which you wish to allocate the asset. |
Cubicle | Mention the Cubicle number to which you wish to allocate the asset. |
Allocation Date | Click the Calendar icon to select the allocation date of the asset. |
Request Type | This field captures the source of the asset allocation request, indicating whether it is triggered by a pre-existing record such as a Service Request, Incident, or Work Order. This ensures that the allocation is tied to a formal request or issue that initiated allocation action, such as a logged service request, an incident that requires asset replacement, or a work order related to a specific task. |
Request ID | Mention the Request ID details based on the source (Request Type) selected. |
Usage Terms | |
Asset Usage Type | Asset Usage type is used to define whether the allocated asset will be used as a Primary asset or a Secondary asset. Primary: This is the main asset which is allocated to the user. Secondary: This is an additional asset which acts as an alternative asset. |
Asset Purpose | Select the required Asset Purpose from the drop-down. |
Allocation Type | Select the type of allocation for the Asset. There are two types of asset allocations: Permanent: Select this option if the Asset allocation is permanent. Temporary: Select this option if the Asset allocation is temporary. |
Return Date | Click the Calendar icon to select the return date of the asset if the Allocation Type selected is Temporary. |
Deactivate
Deactivation is the process of decommissioning or rendering assets inactive or non-operational. This functionality will be useful when an asset needs to be taken offline for maintenance, upgrades, or security reasons.
Click the kebab menu on the asset details page to select Deactivate option.
Figure: Fixed Asset Details page - Deactivate option
On the Deactivate pop-up, enter all the required details and click Save. For more information on fields, refer Field Description.
Figure: Deactivate pop-up
Field Description
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Deactivation Reason | Choose the deactivation reason from available options: Damage or Wear and Tear, End of Life, Lease Expired, Lost, Motherboard Issue.
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Deactivate Date | Click the calendar icon to select the deactivation date of the asset. |
Sale Price | Specify the Sale Price. |
Remarks | Enter the relevant remarks for deactivation. |
Attachments | Upload any file related to the deactivation of the Asset. |
Movement
Movement action involves physically relocating hardware assets, such as computers, servers, printers, networking equipment, and other technology resources, from one location to another within the organization's premises or locations.
Click the kebab menu on the asset details page to select Movement option.
Figure: Fixed Asset Details page - Movement option
On the Movement pop-up, enter all the required details and click Save. For more information on fields, refer Field Description.
Figure: Movement pop-up
Field Description
The following table provides details about fields:
Field | Description |
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Source Location | Displays the current source location of the asset. |
Destination Location | Select the desired Destination Location where you wish to move the asset. |
Dispatch From | Enter the Dispatch From address. |
Dispatch To | Enter the Dispatch To address. |
Returnable Type | Choose the Returnable Type from available options: Returnable, Non-Returnable. |
Return Date | Select the Return Date of the asset from calendar
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Remarks | Enter any remarks related to asset movement. |
There are other actions which are common across all asset lifecycle statuses. To know more about all the common actions, refer to Fixed Asset - Common Actions.