Item Details
Understanding item information fields
Each item record contains information for tracking your inventory and equipment. Here's what each field means.
Basic Information
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Item Number | Auto-generated sequential ID |
| Name | Item name for identification |
| Category | Equipment, Material, or Article |
| Description | Detailed item information |
Category-Specific Information
Equipment Details
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Equipment Type | Device, Tool, or Transportation |
| Total Quantity | Number of units you own |
Equipment Types:
- Device: Powered equipment, machines, specialized tools
- Tool: Hand tools, measuring instruments
- Transportation: Vehicles, trailers, carts
Material/Article Details
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Unit | How the item is measured |
| Article Number | External identification code |
| Article Number Type | Type of code (EAN, SKU, etc.) |
Units of Measurement
Common units for materials:
| Type | Examples |
|---|---|
| Length | Meters, Centimeters, Feet |
| Weight | Kilograms, Grams, Pounds |
| Volume | Liters, Cubic meters |
| Count | Pieces, Units, Sets |
| Area | Square meters |
Article Numbers Explained
| Code | Full Name | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| EAN | European Article Number | European retail |
| GTIN | Global Trade Item Number | International |
| SKU | Stock Keeping Unit | Internal tracking |
| ASIN | Amazon Standard ID | Amazon products |
| UPC | Universal Product Code | North America |
| HS Code | Harmonized System | Customs/trade |
Notes Field
Internal information for your team:
- Storage locations
- Maintenance schedules
- Supplier contacts
- Special instructions
Note: Notes are internal and don't appear on customer documents.
Viewing Item Details
From the Item List
- Click on an item row
- The detail page opens
- Information is organized in cards:
- Item Information
- Equipment Details (for equipment)
- Article Details (for materials/articles)
- Notes (if present)
Information Cards
Item Information Card shows:
- Name and description
- Category
- Unit (for materials/articles)
Equipment Details Card (equipment only) shows:
- Equipment type
- Total quantity
Article Details Card shows:
- Article number
- Article number type
Items in Order Workflows
Preparation
Items are used during order preparation:
- Select equipment needed for the job
- Choose materials to bring
- Plan what to load
Commissioning
Items are tracked during commissioning:
- Record what was actually used
- Track equipment deployment
- Document material consumption
Related Actions
From an item detail page, you can:
- Edit - Update item information
- Delete - Remove the item