Asset Types

An Asset Type is a high level definition of any resource that has value and needs tracking. Asset Types are used to group similar assets together. The management of Asset Types is done within the Asset Administration

Examples of Asset Types include:

• Desktop
• Laptop
• Server
• Tablet
• Mobile Phone
• Projector
• Software

Adding Types

A new Type can be added by selecting the + icon in the tool bar. There are three main pieces of information that can be provided during creation

• Type - a short descriptive name which is displayed in lists and used for searches and reports. This is a mandatory field
• Description - a high level description to help users understand more about the type and how it should be used
• Image - an image can be added to provide a nice visual identifier of the asset type. Any asset created using this type will also use this image.

Adding Assets

From an Asset Type new assets can be created using the Add new asset option which will automatically associated the new asset with this Asset Type.

Remove Types

Clicking on the Remove link will delete the Type. If there are assets associated to this Type you will be prevented from deleting.