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Get to Know the Basics

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Written by Faith Maldoner
Updated over a week ago

These are the key building blocks of FieldEx. Each module is configurable and works together to help you track jobs, assets, inventory, and customers more efficiently.

Tip: You don’t need to set up everything at once. Start with the basics your team needs most and scale from there.

Asset Management


What It Is

The Asset Management module in FieldEx is the foundation for tracking equipment across its lifecycle.

What Can Be Configured

  • Asset ID configuration – Standardised numbering format

  • Enable Asset Tagging – Use QR codes or barcodes for fast identification and mobile scanning

  • Manage Asset Statuses – Track lifecycle stages like New, In Use, Under Repair, Disposed

  • Custom Asset Types – Define your own categories (e.g., Vehicle, Machine, Equipment)

  • Define Service Zone – Group your assets by pre-fixed areas

  • [Coming Soon] Asset Categories & Sub-Categories – Organize assets into structured groups for easier monitoring

Work-Order Lifecycle (Job Orders)


What It Is

Job Orders represent structured tasks like installation, repairs, PMs, inspections that are assigned to field teams, with clear workflows and checklists.

What Can Be Configured

  • Job Order ID configuration – Standardised numbering format

  • Job Types – Installation, Repair, Breakdown, Inspection, PM, etc.

  • Job Statuses – Define your workflow statuses

  • Group job workflow by type of jobs – e.g., Installation jobs with multiple stages: New, Assigned, In Progress, Completed, Revisit Needed, Cancelled

  • Role-based Status Control – Limit status changes by user roles (tech, planner, admin)

  • System – Functional area of equipment (e.g., Hydraulic, Electrical, Mechanical)

  • Faults & Resolutions – Configure list of common faults and resolutions

  • System, Fault and Resolution – Standardize options per system

  • Job Templates – Pre-fill jobs with tasks, faults, resolutions, and parts required

Parts & Inventory


What It Is

FieldEx offers structured inventory management for both equipment and spare parts, ensuring availability, traceability, and controlled movement.

What Can Be Configured

  • Hierarchical Storage – Set up Locations → Zones → Bins (User/Location-based)

  • Transfer Rules & Approvals – Configure who can move assets or parts and where approvals are needed

  • Spare Part Catalog – Define SKUs, assign images, costs, and QR/barcodes

  • Bin Assignments – Assign items to field user bins or warehouse bins for accurate stock tracking

  • Movement History – View all transfers, usage, and consumption logs

Customers, Sites, & Projects


What It Is

The customer ecosystem in FieldEx links client records to operational locations (sites) and larger initiatives (projects), giving full visibility into relationships and activities.

What Can Be Configured

  • Customer Types – External (clients) vs Internal (departments or divisions)

  • Contact Hierarchies – Master contacts, sub-contacts, linked contacts

  • Address & Category – Categorize (e.g., Café, Office), store billing/shipping details

  • Site Records – Create site-specific locations tied to a customer (e.g., ZUS HQ → MINI ZUS Site A)

  • Project Tracking – Assign projects to customers and link to jobs and assets

  • Linking to Jobs & Assets – See all equipment and work history tied to each site

Checklist & Inspection


What It Is

Checklists in FieldEx enforce standard operating procedures during inspections, installations, deliveries, and maintenance. They're powerful, mobile-first, and fully configurable.

What Can Be Configured

  • Checklist Types – Asset-linked, job-linked, or general (standalone)

  • Custom Questions – Add sections, reorder questions, attach images

  • Answer Logic – Trigger job orders, spare part requests, or follow-up tasks based on answers

  • Asset Status/Meter Updates – Technicians can update operational status and usage during checks

  • Chained Checklists – One checklist can trigger the next (e.g., Pre-Delivery → Final Handover)

  • Mobile Access – Launch from jobs or asset scans, complete online/offline

  • Audit Trail – Every checklist submission logs timestamp, user, and results

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