Asset Category Setup
Assign and reassign company assets to employees with full ownership records and history.
Admins create asset categories before adding assets. Categories define what type of information is captured for each asset type.
How to Create an Asset Category
- Go to Asset Management → Category List
- Click Add Category
- Enter category name and description
- Select type: Hardware or Software
- Review default fields
- Select optional fields if required
- Add custom fields if needed
- Click Submit
Category Form Fields
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Category name (e.g. Laptop, Microsoft, RAM) |
| Description | Brief description of the category |
| Type | Hardware or Software |
Default Fields (auto-included)
- Purchase Date
- Brand
- Model
- Location
- Rent / Own Status
- Serial Number
Optional Fields (mark as mandatory if needed)
- MAC ID
- Warranty Expiry
- Processor
- RAM
- Storage
- Storage Type
- RAM Upgrade
Custom Fields
Admins can add category-specific custom fields:
| Example | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Cabinet | Rack or cabinet number for server assets |
| Number of USB Slots | For hub or docking station categories |
| License Key | For software asset categories |
Managing Categories
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Edit | Update category name, fields, or description |
| Inactive | Deactivate category to hide from asset creation |
| Active | Reactivate a previously inactive category |
Category Tabs
- All — View all categories
- Hardware — View hardware categories only
- Software — View software categories only
Create categories before adding any assets. Well-structured categories with the right fields make asset tracking, filtering, and reporting significantly more accurate.