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Create an Inventory Item

Register a new material, spare part, or supply in Zeltask to track stock levels, associate it with actions, and maintain full traceability.

Before You Start​

  • You need access to the Inventory module
  • Gather information about the item: name, manufacturer, stock quantity, location

Steps​

Step 1: Access the Inventory module​

  1. Click Inventory in the left navigation bar
  2. You see cards displaying existing inventory items
  3. Click Create Inventory

[Screenshot: Inventory module with Create Inventory button highlighted]

Step 2: Enter basic information​

Fill in the following fields:

FieldDescriptionExample
NameMaterial or spare part name"Conveyor Belt V-Ring"
IDInternal identifier for organization"BELT-001"
ManufacturerProduct brand or manufacturer"SKF"
ModelVersion or reference number"VR-250"
GTINGlobal Trade Item Number (barcode)"0012345678905"

[Screenshot: Basic information fields in the creation form]

Step 3: Set stock levels​

  1. Enter the Initial Stock — the quantity currently available
  2. Enter the Minimum Acceptable Stock — the threshold that triggers notifications

When stock reaches the minimum level, the system alerts the responsible team so they can reorder before running out.

[Screenshot: Stock level fields showing initial and minimum values]

Step 4: Add location and assignment​

FieldDescription
DescriptionAdditional details about the item
LocationPhysical storage location
TeamTeam responsible for this inventory
ProviderProvider or vendor where this item is purchased

[Screenshot: Location, team, and provider fields]

Step 5: Attach files (optional)​

Multimedia:

  • Add photos, videos, or GIFs (jpg, jpeg, png, gif)
  • Useful for visual identification or documenting current condition

Attachments:

  • Upload documents (pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, rtf)
  • Examples: manuals, technical sheets, compatibility tables, certifications

[Screenshot: File upload section showing multimedia and document options]

Step 6: Save the inventory item​

  1. Review all entered information
  2. Click Submit to create the inventory item

The item is now registered and available for queries, updates, and linking to actions.

Tips​

  • Use consistent naming conventions to make searching easier
  • Always set a minimum stock level for critical materials to avoid stockouts
  • Attach technical documentation so team members can access specs without searching
  • Add photos to help identify similar-looking parts quickly
  • Use the ID field to match your organization's internal coding system

What Happens Next​

Once created, the inventory item:

  • Appears in the Inventory list (card or table view)
  • Generates a QR code automatically for field identification
  • Can be edited, commented on, and linked to actions
  • Tracks all changes in the activity history