Asset Management – FAQ
What is the main benefit of using Uptivity's Asset Management instead of storing information in an Excel sheet?
Excel sheets can help to a certain extent of flat data record keeping. Uptivity’s Asset Management is designed to offer a lot more functionality and automation that Excel, or any flat data file can not offer. With our asset management you can manage your assets better and have complete visibility of assets in multiple locations.
What printer do I need to print my own QR codes and how do I print them?
Our Asset Management App if fully integrated with one of the mainstream QR code printers that is readily available for you to buy (we can also provide the printer for you). You can print the QR codes straight from the app. The QR codes printed from the printer are waterproof and temperature resistant so you can use the QR codes on assets that are exposed tot he heat and humidity.
What smart functions does Asset Management offer?
Asset Management can automate most of the business functions linked with your assets and inventories such as proactive and reactive maintenance and checks that need to be carried out for each asset. For more information, please refer to MaintainPad to see how it all works together.
How can I quickly add my assets into the system?
There is number of ways adding assets can be made faster. If you have an asset register, you can simply import all your assets from an Excel sheet. Alternatively, you can add assets on-the-go from the app. Lastly, you can manually add assets in the system by simply using a web browser.
How is asset depreciation calculated?
Our system allows you to assign value against each asset and you can define the depreciation rate over a period of time. Based on the variables you enter, the system will automatically calculate the value of asset for you.