Solution
Material management for trades – the practical playbook
In the trades, the right material at the right time decides every job. This playbook shows how to run workshop, external storage and vehicles cleanly, keep an eye on consumables and avoid shortages.
Last updated: · Lavesy editorial team
Sound familiar?
- Material is missing on site even though it was "still there".
- A tool is lent out, but nobody knows to whom.
- Wear parts are constantly short.
- No overview of stock across several vehicles.
How Lavesy helps
Workshop & vehicles separate
Each storage location with its own stock and history.
Consumption in view
Minimum and target stock levels control consumables.
Assign tools
Unambiguous bins and movements for tools.
Reorder in time
Warning at minimum stock, order draft included.
How it works
- 1Create storage locations for workshop, external storage and vehicles.
- 2Record and categorize materials and tools.
- 3Define minimum and target stock levels.
- 4Post movements by phone and reorder.
Frequently asked questions
Can I manage tools and consumables separately?
Yes, via categories and storage locations. Control consumables with minimum and target stock; tools with unambiguous bins and movements.
Can I see who withdrew material?
Yes. Every stock movement is logged with user and time.