Asset Maintenance Management
When assets need repair, servicing, or preventive maintenance, the Asset Maintenance feature helps you manage the entire maintenance lifecycle from sending assets to service providers through completion and retrieval.
1. Access Maintenance Featureโ
From Assets Section: Navigate to the Assets section and click on the specific asset that needs maintenance. Look for maintenance options in the asset detail page.
From Asset Maintenance Section: Go directly to Asset Maintenance to view all maintenance records or create new maintenance requests.
2. Create New Maintenance Requestโ
Click on the New Maintenance button to start documenting the maintenance request. This opens a comprehensive form for capturing all service details.
3. Fill in Maintenance Detailsโ
Required Informationโ
- Maintenance Code: System automatically creates a unique code (MNT-00000001) for tracking purposes
- Asset: Select which asset needs maintenance service
- Quantity: Enter the exact number of units being sent for maintenance
- Maintenance Start Date: Set when the maintenance service begins
- Maintenance Cost: Enter the expected or quoted cost for the service
Service Informationโ
- Expected Completion Date: When you expect the maintenance to be finished
- Service Provider: Name of the company or person performing the maintenance
- Maintenance Type: Choose from:
- Preventive: Scheduled maintenance to prevent issues
- Corrective: Repairs to fix existing problems
- Emergency: Urgent repairs for critical failures
Additional Detailsโ
- Reason: Why the asset needs maintenance (e.g., "Regular service", "Equipment malfunction", "Safety inspection")
- Description: Detailed information about the work to be performed, specific issues, or service requirements
Reference Informationโ
- Remaining Quantity: Shows current available/total quantity to understand inventory impact
4. Save the Maintenance Requestโ
Click Save to complete the maintenance request. The system will:
- Generate a unique maintenance code for tracking
- Update the asset's status history to "maintenance"
- Send notification to the asset owner/company
- Create a permanent maintenance record
- Link the request to the asset for complete tracking
5. Maintenance Lifecycle Managementโ
Active Maintenance Trackingโ
Status Monitoring
- Pending: Maintenance is scheduled or in progress
- Retrieved: Asset has been returned from maintenance
Automatic Follow-ups
- System automatically sends follow-up notifications for overdue maintenance
- Follow-ups triggered when expected completion date passes
- Notifications sent to asset company/owner for action
Maintenance Retrieval Processโ
When Assets Are Ready:
- Navigate to the asset's detail page
- Go to the Maintenance tab
- Find the active maintenance record
- Click Retrieve Asset action
- Asset status updates to "retrieved"
- Available quantity is restored to inventory
- Maintenance completion is recorded in asset history
6. What Happens During Maintenanceโ
Notifications Systemโ
Initial Notification
- Asset owner/company receives notification when asset sent to maintenance
- Includes maintenance details and expected completion
Follow-up Notifications
- Automatic reminders sent after expected completion date
- Helps ensure timely retrieval of serviced assets
- Prevents assets from being forgotten at service providers
Key Featuresโ
Comprehensive Trackingโ
- Unique maintenance codes for each service request (MNT-00000001, MNT-00000002, etc.)
- Complete cost tracking for budgeting and reporting
- Service provider records for vendor management
- Maintenance type categorization for analysis
Automated Managementโ
- Inventory updates automatically when assets sent/retrieved
- Status history tracking for complete audit trail
- Notification system for proactive follow-up
- Integration with asset lifecycle management
Viewing Maintenance Recordsโ
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Code | Unique identifier for each service |
| Asset | Which asset is being serviced |
| Quantity | How many units are in maintenance |
| Start Date | When maintenance began |
| Cost | Service cost for budgeting |
Best Practicesโ
Planning Maintenanceโ
- Schedule preventive maintenance during low-usage periods
- Get quotes before entering maintenance costs
- Confirm service provider availability and timeline
- Document specific issues clearly in descriptions
Information to Includeโ
- Detailed problem description for corrective maintenance
- Service requirements and specifications
- Warranty information if applicable
- Special handling instructions for delicate equipment
- Contact information for coordination
Follow-up Actionsโ
- Monitor expected completion dates regularly
- Contact service providers for status updates
- Retrieve assets promptly when maintenance completes
- Review maintenance costs against budgets
- Update maintenance schedules based on service results
Important Reminders
- Each maintenance request gets a permanent, unique tracking code
- Assets in maintenance are unavailable for allocation
- Automatic notifications require proper company/user setup
- Maintenance records cannot be easily deleted to maintain audit trail
- Retrieved assets automatically restore inventory availability