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Equipment Map

Step-by-Step Guide: Using the Equipment Map in ProdSys

Updated over 3 months ago

Overview:

The Equipment Map in ProdSys displays the physical locations of various articles and equipment around the world. This feature is essential for tracking assets and their current statuses, such as whether they are linked to an order or have ongoing activities. Articles on the map are color-coded based on their status to help users easily identify and monitor equipment in real-time.

Follow the steps below to navigate and use the Equipment Map efficiently:

Step 1: Log in to ProdSys

Log in to your ProdSys account using your credentials.

Step 2: Navigate to the Equipment Map Page

From the side menu, go to the Equipment section.

Select Equipment Map to open the map view.

Alternatively, you can directly access the page using the URL: ​https://app.prodsys.com/#/maps/equipment

Step 3: Understand the Map Overview

The map displays the locations of articles and equipment as pins. Each pin represents the geographic location of an article, and clicking on a pin reveals additional details, including:

  • Article Number

  • Description: Information about the specific article or equipment.

  • Order and Activities Information: Whether the article is linked to any orders or has ongoing activities.

  • Status Indicators: Color-coded markers for easy identification.

Step 4: Filtering and Searching for Equipment

On the left-hand side of the screen, you’ll see filtering options:

  • Type: Select the type of article.

  • Category: Filter based on the category of the article.

  • Group: Select the group under which the article belongs.

You can also use the search bar at the top to quickly locate specific articles or equipment by number or description.

Step 5: Color-Coded Status Markers

The equipment on the map is displayed with color-coded markers based on their status:

  • Red: No Ordre(s) or Activity(s) assigned..

  • Blue: Ordre(s) tildelt

  • Green: Activity(s) tildelt.

  • Yellow: Order(s) og Activity(s) tildelt

This color-coding allows users to quickly understand the status of each piece of equipment at a glance.

Step 6: Viewing Equipment Details

To view more information about a specific article or piece of equipment:

  1. Click on a pin on the map. A pop-up window will appear displaying key details.

  2. The pop-up includes information such as the article description, order details, the person responsible for the equipment, and the last five orders related to the article, open Activities.

  3. Clicking on the order numbers will take you directly to the relevant order details in ProdSys for more in-depth information.

Step 7: Select and Deselect Equipment

On the left panel, you will find the options to:

  • Select All: Highlights all the equipment and articles currently displayed on the map.

  • Deselect All: Clears all selections and resets the map view.

This functionality is particularly useful when you want to focus on a specific subset of equipment.

Step 8: Map View Modes

At the bottom right corner of the map, you can toggle between different map views:

  • Map (Kart): A standard geographical map view.

  • Satellite: A satellite imagery view of the world for more detailed visualization of physical locations.

Conclusion:

The Equipment Map in ProdSys provides a powerful way to track, manage, and monitor the physical location and status of articles and equipment globally. With its color-coded status markers and detailed filtering options, this tool is invaluable for businesses that need real-time insights into the availability and utilization of their assets. By following this step-by-step guide, you can efficiently use the Equipment Map to stay informed and manage equipment operations across different regions.

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