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- Network Inventory Management
- Who it's for
- Network stock operations
Network stock operations
Teams that carry replacement network items need a consistent link between the thing in stock and the work at a site. A stock item supplies code, base unit and tracking mode. A lot records the quantity at a location. The work order then names the item and requested scope; the port assignment can refer to a lot as well as a device and VLAN.
How Network Inventory Management is set up for you
Item identity
Use Active Stock Items to confirm the code and unit that staff will use in work orders.
Location context
Compare the lot's location with the asset named for the job before a request goes to review.
Held assignment
Record the intended port and lot on the parent work order with an expiry date.
Evidence trail
Follow the authorized scope through posted evidence and verification receipts.
Teams that carry replacement network items need a consistent link between the thing in stock and the work at a site. A stock item supplies code, base unit and tracking mode. A lot records the quantity at a location. The work order then names the item and requested scope; the port assignment can refer to a lot as well as a device and VLAN.
Begin with one item category and one active site. Review the item's base unit, available lot and location. Create a work order for a known replacement task, with an owner and due date. Have the clerk make a held port assignment and ask the supervisor to compare its quantity and lot with the parent scope.
After the decision, record actual work evidence and reconcile completion. Test a mismatch between posted quantity and authorized units; the failed receipt should keep the source unchanged. Then correct the underlying entry through the supported evidence path and repeat reconciliation. The auditor should be able to see both attempts and the current result from the work order. Keep item and lot upkeep separate from the human decision to authorize a network port assignment.
Features to start with
Roles on the team
- Inventory Clerk
- Prepare stock requests, maintain items, lots, locations and operational records, and run the stock actions on the Operations Desk.
- Inventory Supervisor
- Review and decide stock requests, reverse movements, correct or cancel scope, reconcile, and maintain stock policies.
- Auditor
- Read-only access to every record and the evidence trail (decisions, receipts, movements).
- App Administrator
- Maintain the organization and its team members.
Set up Network Inventory Management your way.
Start free, then use Proto to change fields, steps and approvals before your team goes live.