Storage Locations

The Thoughts Behind the Plan:

The idea is to track an item to a specific location in order to avoid time consuming searches for missing tools and supplies. This is a chronic headache and definitely decreases to pleasure of working in the shop.

The second benefit of inventory control is knowing the value and history of a particular tool or resource. This would be invaluable in the event of theft, fire or other replacement plans.

The plan should be simple to use, easy to access and limited to an index restricted to key descriptors only. Make it complicated or lengthy and it will not be utilized.

An Index Card:

A library index-file card is both simple, portable and relatively easy to update. The card will reference each item, its location, date of purchase, its source and cost. When a manual or additional information is available, its location should be noted. High value items should take priority when recording specifics.