Asset attributes

Roles: Client Administrator

Asset Attributes are over measurements and datapoints – both customer-created, and from government sources – that enable customers to more usefully categorise their assets.

This example shows that certain fields have been populated by the New Zealand Transport Authority. Pre-populated fields may vary – or not be possible – depending on jurisdiction.

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Managing attributes

Tap Manage attributes. The Manage Attribute screen opens.

Manage attributes will list any pre-existing attributes added to your system. You may:

  • Remove existing attributes by clicking Remove, and confirming the removal.

  • Edit an existing attribute by changing its column name, its related data field specifications, and its units

  • Add a new attribute

Adding an attribute

  1. Click Add. A new blank attribute entry opens.

  2. Enter the column name.

  3. Select the Type. There are several date, number, text and dropdown options to choose from. The type selected will determine its associated metrics.

  4. If relevant for its type, enter the attributes min/max values, or associated options (Dropdown requires that you separate each option with enter / return .

  5. Save when finished.

Return to the Asset attributes screen.

Applying attributes

  1. Select an asset line. A side panel opens, listing all available attributes.

  2. Select the attributes you’re looking to change, then Add. Fields for your selected attributes will appear.
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  3. Depending on the type of attribute, type in/select the data needed.
  4. Update.
Select the next asset for changes.