Assets Overview
Assets in Clearwell represent the equipment, locations, and items you service or track. From HVAC units to vehicles, buildings to inventory parts - if you maintain it, you can track it as an asset.
What are Assets?
Assets help you:
- 🏷️ Track equipment with unique identifiers
- 📍 Map locations geographically
- 🔧 Record service history and maintenance
- 📊 Monitor lifecycle and warranty status
- 📱 Access information in the field via QR codes
Asset Framework
Asset Types
Define categories of assets you track:
- HVAC Systems
- Vehicles
- Buildings/Properties
- IT Equipment
- Medical Devices
- Manufacturing Equipment
Asset Instances
Individual items of each type:
- Specific AC unit with serial number
- Company truck with VIN
- Building at 123 Main St
- Server in rack position A1
Custom Fields
Track type-specific information:
- Technical specifications
- Warranty details
- Compliance data
- Operating parameters
Key Features
Asset Information
- Unique identifier/tag number
- Serial numbers and model info
- Purchase date and cost
- Warranty expiration
- Location and GPS coordinates
- Photos and documents
Service Tracking
- Complete maintenance history
- Upcoming service schedules
- Parts used on asset
- Work order associations
- Service costs over time
QR Code Integration
- Generate unique QR codes
- Scan to access asset info
- Start work orders instantly
- View history on mobile
- Update information in field
Geographic Mapping
- View all assets on map
- Filter by type or status
- Plan service routes
- Identify nearby assets
- Cluster view for dense areas
Asset Lifecycle
Creation
- Define asset types
- Add individual assets
- Assign to accounts
- Generate QR codes
Active Management
- Schedule maintenance
- Track service history
- Monitor performance
- Update information
End of Life
- Mark as decommissioned
- Archive history
- Transfer to new asset
- Maintain audit trail
Benefits
For Service Teams
- Quick access to asset info
- Service history at fingertips
- Reduce duplicate work
- Better first-time fix rates
For Managers
- Asset utilization reports
- Maintenance cost tracking
- Warranty management
- Replacement planning
For Customers
- Transparency on equipment
- Service history access
- Maintenance reminders
- Asset performance data
Getting Started
- Set up Asset Types - Define categories
- Create Assets - Add equipment
- Print QR Codes - Label assets
- View on Map - Geographic overview
Common Use Cases
HVAC Service
Track every unit with:
- Installation dates
- Filter change schedules
- Refrigerant types
- Energy efficiency ratings
- Service contract details
Fleet Management
Monitor vehicles with:
- Maintenance schedules
- Fuel records
- Driver assignments
- Inspection dates
- Incident history
Facility Management
Manage buildings with:
- Equipment inventories
- Space utilization
- Compliance schedules
- Vendor contacts
- Budget tracking
IT Services
Track equipment with:
- Hardware specifications
- Software licenses
- Network locations
- User assignments
- Refresh cycles
Best Practices
Asset Identification
- Use consistent naming
- Include location in name
- Add clear descriptions
- Tag with QR codes
- Take reference photos
Data Quality
- Keep information current
- Verify serial numbers
- Update after service
- Document changes
- Regular audits
Organization
- Logical type structure
- Clear parent-child relationships
- Consistent custom fields
- Meaningful groupings
- Archive old assets
Integration Points
Assets connect with:
- Accounts: Who owns the asset
- Work Orders: Service performed
- Smart Forms: Inspection data
- Inventory: Parts used
- Analytics: Performance metrics
Next Steps
Ready to start tracking assets? Begin with: