🔹 Keep-In-Stock Parts
If the part is marked Keep-In-Stock, it will automatically return to your inventory when you remove it from a service.
You don’t need to do anything extra as this keeps your stock levels accurate.
Example:
A common filter you stock on your shelves is removed from a job because it wasn’t needed. It goes right back into inventory, ready for the next service.
🔹 Special Order Parts
If the part is marked as Special Order, it will be sent to your Returns page instead.
From the Returns page, you have control over what happens next. You can:
✅ Return to Inventory (if you want to keep it for future use)
🔄 Return to Vendor (send it back to who you purchased it from)
🗑️ Trash It (if it’s damaged or not reusable)
Example:
A custom-ordered part for a specific repair is cancelled. Since you don’t normally stock it, you can decide to keep it, return it, or trash it.
🔹 Not Tracked Parts
If the part is marked as Not Tracked, it does not return to inventory or show up on the Returns page.
These parts are one-time-use items that don’t affect stock levels.
Once removed, they’re simply cleared from the service.
Example:
Shop supplies like rags or fluids that you charge out but don’t need to keep on-hand as managed inventory.
✔️ Why This Matters
Keeps your stock counts accurate.
Helps you handle special orders, vendor returns, and one-time-use parts properly.
Saves time and avoids accidental stock errors.
✅ Tip: Double-check the inventory type when adding parts to make sure returns flow where you want them!