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How to Add Asset Category in Fogwing CMMS Platform.
How to Add Asset Category in Fogwing CMMS Platform.

Learn how to add and categorize assets in the Fogwing CMMS platform.

Pooja Shetty avatar
Written by Pooja Shetty
Updated over 2 weeks ago

The Fogwing CMMS enables users to create custom asset categories tailored to their needs and organizational structure. Asset categorization is a foundational aspect of effective asset management, allowing organizations to organize and classify their assets based on various criteria such as type, location, function, or criticality.

1. How do you add an Asset Category to the Fogwing CMMS Platform?

Creating meaningful asset categories can streamline asset management processes, improve asset visibility, and facilitate more efficient decision-making. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to add an asset category within the Fogwing CMMS platform.

Steps to add Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS :

  • Login to your Fogwing CMMS account by visiting https://app.assetplus.ai/

  • Click on the Settings menu item present on the menu bar.

  • Once on the settings page, click on Asset Management in the navigation bar and then on the "Asset Category section."

  • You will be navigated to the "Asset Category" page, where you can add and manage the asset categories.

  • Click on the Add Asset Category Button.

  • The 'Add Asset Category' form will appear.

  • Please enter the required data in the respective field and press the 'Submit' button.

Please note the details of each parameter required to add an Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS.

Field

Description

Plant

Choose the Plant for which you wish to add the asset category.

Asset Category Name

Mention the name of the asset category.

Asset Category Code

Mention or generate the Asset Category code.

2. How do you add an asset to the asset category in the Fogwing CMMS Platform?

Steps to add an Asset to the Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS:

  • Once you are on the Asset Category Page in the Fogwing CMMS platform.

  • Click on the three dots under the action section.

  • Click on the View/Edit.

  • Edit Asset Category form will open.

  • Click on the Asset tab.

  • You will be directed to the asset category tab in the edit asset category form. Search or select the required asset and click on the Update button.

Note: You can also assign assets to the categories. To add an asset category, follow the same procedure before clicking the submit button.

3. How can the maintenance team be assigned to a specific asset category in the Fogwing CMMS Platform?

Steps to assign a maintenance team to an Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS :

  • Once you are on the Asset Category Page in the Fogwing CMMS platform.

  • Click on the three dots under the action section.

  • Click on the View/ Edit option.

  • Edit Asset Category form will open.

  • Click on the Teams tab.

  • You will be directed to the Teams tab in the edit asset category form. Search or select the required asset maintenance team and

  • Click on the Update button.

4. How do you delete an Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS Platform?

Do you wish to delete an asset category already created in the Fogwing CMMS platform? Here's a step-by-step guide on how to delete an asset category within the Fogwing CMMS platform.

Steps to delete an Asset Category in the Fogwing CMMS :

  • Login to your Fogwing CMMS account by visiting https://app.assetplus.ai/

  • Click on the Settings menu item present on the menu bar.

  • Once on the settings page, click on Asset Management in the navigation bar and then on the "Asset Category section."

  • You will be navigated to the Asset Category page.

  • Click on the three dots under the action section for the asset category you wish to delete.

  • Click on the "Delete".

  • You will receive a pop-up with the message "Are you sure to delete Asset Category_ name"?

  • Click on "Yes" to delete the asset category.

For any feedback and enquires on the functionalities on Assets in Fogwing CMMS platform, write to our support team at [email protected]

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