How Should Consumables Be Managed in an Inventory System?

A Contractor University Member recently utilized the Ask-The-Expert Q&A feature within the member dashboard by submitting the following question and received the response below.

Contractor Question:

“How are consumable items like tape, mastic, cleaners, etc treated and replenished with an inventory system. Is it tracked? or just something technicians have to request when they are out of these items?”

Contractor University Expert Response:

“Here’s a practical, repeatable process to help you track and control miscellaneous consumables:

1. Standardize a core consumables list

2. Set clear par levels per truck

3. Replenish weekly — no exceptions

4. Charge consumables to each job

5. Review total consumables spend monthly”

Contractor University members can click here to log in to their member dashboard and submit a question through the Ask the Expert portal.

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