Asset Categories

Asset Categories

Overview

Asset Categories are used to group similar assets together. This document will demonstrate how to create custom asset categories.

1. To create custom asset categories click  Settings, CMMS Settings, Asset Categories,  and  New


  2. Add a  Name  for the asset category.  Select the   Parent   asset category that the new   child   category is related to.  A barcode can be assigned to the new asset category by selecting a barcode format from the dropdown menu (optional). Selecting  Apply barcode selection to all child categories within this category when the form saves,  adds the barcode to all child categories (optional). Click  OK  to complete.

  3. The new category is located below its parent category


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