Firefighters work with a broad array of equipment, from miscellaneous supplies costing less than $10 to million-dollar apparatus. The task of keeping track of all this gear falls to the agency’s quartermaster, who relies on inventory management software to manage it all effectively.
The job of the quartermaster is complex. Some equipment, such as uniforms, have an expected service life and are periodically replaced. At the other end of the spectrum are items that may stay with one member or apparatus for their entire career.
Managing all this material is simplified with inventory management software. The best packages save time and effort, and provide better security than a homegrown database can offer.
This FireRescue1 guide addresses several issues to consider when acquiring quartermaster/inventory management software.
Included in this guide:
- Key considerations before buying inventory management software, ensuring you understand your department’s specific needs and the capabilities of different systems.
- Essential questions to ask vendors, enabling you to gather all necessary information for informed purchasing decisions.
- A directory of inventory management software companies, providing a comprehensive list of reputable suppliers.
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